Mark Pidkowich
About Mark Pidkowich
Mark Pidkowich is a lawyer based in Vancouver, BC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2018. Mark Pidkowich is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- Cannabis Law
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Smart & Biggar
Education: University of British Columbia, J.D., graduated 2008, University of British Columbia, Ph.D. (Molecular Biology), graduated 2001, and University of Saskatchewan, B.Sc. (Hons.) Biology, graduated 1993
Location: Vancouver, BC
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