Deborah Templer
About Deborah Templer
Deborah Templer is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2021. Deborah Templer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Product Liability Law
Current Firm: Torys LLP
Location: Toronto, ON
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