Michelle Awad KC
About Michelle Awad KC
Michelle Awad KC is a lawyer based in Halifax, NS and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2008. Michelle Awad KC is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Appellate Practice
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Class Action Litigation
- Corporate and Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Personal Injury Litigation
- Product Liability Law
Current Firm: McInnes Cooper
Education: University of Toronto, graduated 1991
Location: Halifax, NS
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