David Di Paolo
About David Di Paolo
David Di Paolo is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2012. David Di Paolo is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Securities Law
Current Firm: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Location: Toronto, ON
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