Kirsten Thompson
About Kirsten Thompson
Kirsten Thompson is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2019. Kirsten Thompson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- FinTech Practice
- Privacy and Data Security Law
- Technology Law
Current Firm: Dentons Canada LLP
Education: York University, LL.M., graduated 2007, Queen’s University, LLB, graduated 1999, University of Calgary, BSc, Zoology, Biochemistry, graduated 1993, and Carleton University, Bachelor of Journalism, graduated 1990
Location: Toronto, ON
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