Douglas C. "Doug" Hodson, K.C.
About Douglas C. Hodson, K.C.
Douglas C. Hodson, K.C. is a lawyer based in Saskatoon, SK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2006. Douglas C. Hodson, K.C. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Railroad Law
- Transportation Law
Current Firm: MLT Aikins LLP
Location: Saskatoon, SK
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