Madlyn "Maddie" Axelrod
About Madlyn Axelrod
Madlyn Axelrod is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2023. Madlyn Axelrod is recognized in the following practice area:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Labour and Employment Law
Current Firm: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
Education: University of Toronto, JD, graduated 2014
Location: Toronto, ON
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