Jean-Marie Fontaine
About Jean-Marie Fontaine
Jean-Marie Fontaine is a lawyer based in Montréal, QC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2015. Jean-Marie Fontaine is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Montréal, Quebec
- Insurance Law
- Maritime Law
- Railroad Law
Current Firm: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Education: McGill University, LLB, graduated 1998
Location: Montréal, QC
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