Franziska Ruf
About Franziska Ruf
Franziska Ruf is a lawyer based in Montréal, QC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2009. Franziska Ruf is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Montréal, Quebec
- Corporate Governance Practice
- Corporate Law
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
Location: Montréal, QC
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