Seann D. McAleese
About Seann D. McAleese
Seann D. McAleese is a lawyer based in Toronto, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2020. Seann D. McAleese is recognized in the following practice area:
- Toronto, Ontario
- Labour and Employment Law
Current Firm: Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg LLP
Education: Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, LL.B. and York University, B.A. (Hons)
Location: Toronto, ON
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