Éric Préfontaine
About Éric Préfontaine
Éric Préfontaine is a lawyer based in Montréal, QC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2015. Éric Préfontaine is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Montréal, Quebec
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Product Liability Law
Current Firm: Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
Location: Montréal, QC
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