Nikta Shirazian
About Nikta Shirazian
Nikta Shirazian is a lawyer based in Vancouver, BC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ since 2022. Nikta Shirazian is recognized in the following practice area:
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Owen Bird Law Corporation
Education: Thompson Rivers University, Juris Doctor, graduated 2016
Location: Vancouver, BC
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