Jessica Wuergler
About Jessica Wuergler
Jessica Wuergler is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ since 2024. Jessica Wuergler is recognized in the following practice area:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Labour and Employment Law
Current Firm: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Education: Prefer not to say, graduated 2015
Location: Toronto, ON
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