Olivier Jean-Levesque
About Olivier Jean-Levesque
Olivier Jean-Levesque is a lawyer based in Montréal, QC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ since 2025. Olivier Jean-Levesque is recognized in the following practice area:
- Montréal, Quebec
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Smart & Biggar
Education: Université Laval, J.D., graduated 2016
Location: Montréal, QC
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