Samantha Pettinato
About Samantha Pettinato
Samantha Pettinato is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada™ since 2025. Samantha Pettinato is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities Law
Current Firm: McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Education: University of Western Ontario, J.D., graduated 2017
Location: Toronto, ON
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