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Bo Rothstein is a managing partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, Cannabis, and Energy. Bo has over 21 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 21 years
- Known for
- Business · Cannabis · Energy
- Handles Business, Cannabis, and Energy matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Bo Rothstein: Bo Rothstein is a managing partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, Cannabis, and Energy. Bo has over 21 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Bo takes on
Bo concentrates on business, cannabis, energy, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bo handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Business cases nationwide
Bo takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bo agrees to represent you.
Cannabis cases nationwide
Bo takes cannabis matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bo agrees to represent you.
Energy cases nationwide
Bo takes energy matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bo agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Bo takes general matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bo agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Bo takes m&a matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bo agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Bo Rothstein — business lawyer in the U.S.
Bo Rothstein is a managing partner based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, Cannabis, and Energy. Bo has over 21 years of legal experience.
Bo Rothstein is the Managing Partner of the firm. He practices mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and corporate commercial law. His experience includes acting as lead counsel on several domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, public and private company financings, debt and equity issuances, joint ventures and partnerships.
He is repeatedly named as one of Lexpert’s Leading Lawyers in Canada. In 2017 he was listed as one of Lexpert’s Leading Lawyers Under 40. He was recognized by Lexpert as a Leading Lawyer to Watch in Mergers & Acquisitions in 2018. He is also repeatedly recognized in the Best Lawyers in Canada Directory as a leading lawyer in the areas of mergers & acquisitions, banking, finance and corporate law. Bo was admitted to the Bar of Ontario (2005) and the Bar of British Columbia (2006).
Bo is a corporate director and advises public and private company boards. He currently serves as a director of a not-for-profit organization and on the Independent Review Committees of two investment funds. He previously served on the board of another not-for-profit organization.
Year of Call
2005
Legal Recognition
•Lexpert Leading Lawyers in Canada (2026)
•The Best Lawyers in Canada (2026)
•Lexpert Leading Finance and M&A Lawyers (2022)
•Lexpert Leading Lawyers in Agribusiness and Cannabis (2020)
In the News
recognition
19 Farris Lawyers Named in the 2023 Lexpert Directory
March 1, 2023
recognition
41 Farris Lawyers Recognized in the 2023 Best Lawyers in Canada Directory
August 25, 2022
transactions
Farris Advises Sprout Wellness on Successful Sale to TELUS Health
March 30, 2022
How Bo handles business matters
Bo Rothstein is the Managing Partner of the firm. He practices mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and corporate commercial law. His experience includes acting as lead counsel on several domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, public and private company financings, debt and equity issuances, joint ventures and partnerships. He is repeatedly named as one of Lexpert’s Leading…
The kind of cases Bo takes
Bo reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, cannabis, and energy matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Queen's University Law School
LL.B. · 2004
University of Western Ontario
B.A. Hons. · 2001
Jurisdictions
Bo's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2006 · ACTIVE
Ontario
2005 · ACTIVE
Bo studied at LL.B. in Queen's University Law School and B.A. Hons. in University of Western Ontario.
Law school and academic background
Bo completed LL.B. in Queen's University Law School and B.A. Hons. in University of Western Ontario. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bo runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Bo's professional memberships and bar associations
Affiliations •Member of the Law Society of British Columbia •Member of the Canadian Bar Association
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Locations
Bo Rothstein's office in Vancouver
Bo's primary office is at Pacific Centre South, 25th Floor, 700 W Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V7Y 1B3. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pacific Centre South, 25th Floor, 700 W Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V7Y 1B3
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How to hire Bo Rothstein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bo usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bo charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bo's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bo will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bo
Bo discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bo confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bo's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bo Rothstein
How much does it cost to hire Bo for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bo walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bo offer a free consultation?
Bo charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bo's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Bo's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bo gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bo take my case if I'm outside the area?
Bo evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Bo's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Bo?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bo will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bo accepting new business clients right now?
Bo's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.