Jean-Sébastien Dupont
About Jean-Sébastien Dupont
Jean-Sébastien Dupont is a lawyer based in Montréal, QC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2019. Jean-Sébastien Dupont is recognized in the following practice area:
- Montréal, Quebec
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Smart & Biggar
Education: University of Cambridge, LL.M., graduated 2012 and University of Montreal, LL.B., graduated 2009
Location: Montréal, QC
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