Shantela M. Blaeser, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A
Director
Practicing business since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Shantela M. Blaeser is a director based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Shantela has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Business · General · M&A
- Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Shantela M. Blaeser: Shantela M. Blaeser is a director based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Shantela has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Shantela takes on
Shantela concentrates on business, general, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shantela handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Shantela 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 Shantela agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Shantela 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 Shantela agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Shantela 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 Shantela agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Shantela M. Blaeser — business lawyer in the U.S.
Shantela M. Blaeser is a director based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Shantela has over 20 years of legal experience.
Shantela M. Blaeser is a lawyer practicing securities, capital markets and public companies, corporate governance and special committees, mining and 3 other areas of law. Shantela M. received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Shantela M. practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Vancouver, BC.
Shantela's approach to business cases
Shantela M. Blaeser is a lawyer practicing securities, capital markets and public companies, corporate governance and special committees, mining and 3 other areas of law. Shantela M. received a B.A. degree from University of British Columbia in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years. Shantela M. practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Vancouver, BC.
The kind of cases Shantela takes
Shantela reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of British Columbia
LL.B. · 2005
University of British Columbia
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Shantela's state bar admissions
British Columbia
2006 · ACTIVE
Shantela studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of British Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Shantela completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A. in University of British Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shantela runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Shantela's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Involvement •Member, Law Society of British Columbia •Member, Canadian Bar Association •Active in BLG firm administration, including student recruitment and associate development
membership
Locations
Shantela M. Blaeser's office in Vancouver
Shantela's primary office is at 1200 Waterfront Centre, 200 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, V7X 1T2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Shantela M. Blaeser — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shantela usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shantela charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shantela'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; Shantela 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 Shantela
Shantela 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. Shantela confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shantela'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 Shantela M. Blaeser
How much does it cost to hire Shantela for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shantela walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shantela offer a free consultation?
Shantela charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shantela's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Shantela'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. Shantela gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shantela take my case if I'm outside the area?
Shantela evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Shantela'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 Shantela?
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. Shantela will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shantela accepting new business clients right now?
Shantela's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.