Matthew B. "Matt" Lerner
About Matthew B. Lerner
Matthew B. Lerner is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2018. Matthew B. Lerner is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Construction Law
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Director and Officer Liability Practice
- Health Care Law
- Insolvency and Financial Restructuring Law
- Labour and Employment Law
- Medical Negligence
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Lenczner Slaght
Location: Toronto, ON
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