Jim McCartney, K.C.

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Jim McCartney, K.C.
Mediator | Arbitrator | Commercial, Construction & Complex Civil Disputes
Calgary, Alberta

Jim McCartney, K.C. is a Calgary-based mediator, arbitrator, and senior dispute resolution professional with extensive experience resolving commercial, construction, insurance, professional liability, energy, shareholder, and complex civil disputes. A respected member of the Alberta Academy of Mediators & Arbitrators and the Canadian Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (CADN), Jim is known for his practical, balanced, and settlement-oriented approach to resolving high-value and technically complex conflicts.

Over the course of his legal career, Jim practiced extensively in litigation and dispute resolution, representing clients in matters involving construction and infrastructure claims, contractual disputes, oil and gas matters, insurance coverage, professional negligence, corporate governance, partnership conflicts, and multi-party litigation. His broad litigation background and deep understanding of commercial risk provide valuable insight into helping parties reach fair and efficient resolutions.

Jim’s dispute resolution practice emphasizes mediation, arbitration, negotiated settlements, and early resolution strategies, helping parties avoid unnecessary litigation costs while preserving business and professional relationships where possible. He is recognized for his thoughtful preparation, strong process management, and ability to facilitate resolution in emotionally and commercially complex matters.

Practice Areas

  • Commercial & Business Disputes
  • Construction & Infrastructure Matters
  • Energy, Oil & Gas Disputes
  • Insurance & Professional Liability
  • Shareholder & Partnership Conflicts
  • Contractual Disputes
  • Corporate Governance Matters
  • Complex Civil Litigation

Location Availability

  • Calgary
  • Edmonton
  • Province-Wide Alberta
  • Virtual / Online ADR Services

Credentials & Education

  • King’s Counsel (K.C.)
  • Senior Mediator & Arbitrator
  • Member, Alberta Academy of Mediators & Arbitrators
  • Member, Canadian Academy of Distinguished Neutrals (CADN)
  • Extensive Trial & Commercial Litigation Experience

Contact Information
Jim McCartney Dispute Resolution
901 – 10 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta T2R 0B5

Latitude / Longitude: 51.0441, -114.0803