David Lederman
About David Lederman
David Lederman is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2015. David Lederman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Goodmans LLP
Location: Toronto, ON
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