James M. Brown

Partner

 

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A Focus on Insurance Defence and Accident Benefits

Direct: 613.566.5977
Fax: 613.589.3882
Bar Admission: 2003
Location: Ottawa
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Over the course of his career thus far, James has practiced in the area of civil litigation and has specifically focused on the area of insurance defence. James has experience in claims involving: motor vehicle liability; product liability; occupier’s liability; subrogation, fire loss, and property damage. He has represented clients in various professional liability matters, including claims against insurance brokers, home inspectors, and alternative healthcare providers.

Over the past two decades, James has developed considerable experience in first party insurance claims for accident benefits and disability insurance. James regularly represents insurers on disputes regarding the entitlement and quantum of income replacement benefits; determinations of catastrophic impairment; and claims for bad faith.

James has appeared before administrative tribunals, private arbitrators, the Superior Court of Justice, the Divisional Court, and the Court of Appeal on various trial, appeal, and judicial review matters.

For over 30 years, James has spent his spare time training in various forms of Martial Arts including Karate, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and has earned his black belt in Karate. When he is not advocating on behalf of clients, James can often be found training with his teammates.