Daniel Davies
About Daniel Davies
Daniel Davies is a lawyer based in Ottawa, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2022. Daniel Davies is recognized in the following practice area:
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Smart & Biggar
Education: University of Ottawa, LL.B., graduated 2007 and University of Ottawa, B.Sc. (Electrical Engineering), graduated 2003
Location: Ottawa, ON
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