John Illingworth
About John Illingworth
John Illingworth is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2018. John Illingworth is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Labour and Employment Law
- Workers' Compensation Law
Current Firm: Mathews, Dinsdale & Clark LLP
Location: Toronto, ON
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