Sonia Rainville
About Sonia Rainville
Sonia Rainville is a lawyer based in Montréal, QC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2020. Sonia Rainville is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Montréal, Quebec
- Construction Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: McMillan LLP
Location: Montréal, QC
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