Kirsten Crain
About Kirsten Crain
Kirsten Crain is a lawyer based in Ottawa, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2015. Kirsten Crain is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Administrative and Public Law
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Health Care Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Medical Negligence
Current Firm: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Location: Ottawa, ON
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