Joel Zanatta
About Joel Zanatta
Joel Zanatta is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2022. Joel Zanatta is recognized in the following practice area:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Personal Injury Litigation
Current Firm: The Biking Lawyer LLP
Education: University of Victoria, LLB, graduated 2000 and University of British Columbia, BA, graduated 1995
Location: Toronto, ON
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