Jason Wadden
About Jason Wadden
Jason Wadden is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2016. Jason Wadden is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Director and Officer Liability Practice
- Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law
Current Firm: Tyr LLP
Education: University of Western Ontario, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Toronto, ON
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