Gavin MacKenzie
About Gavin MacKenzie
Gavin MacKenzie is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2006. Gavin MacKenzie is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Administrative and Public Law
- Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Appellate Practice
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Legal Malpractice Law
- Product Liability Law
Current Firm: MacKenzie Barristers Professional Corporation
Location: Toronto, ON
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