Sudhir Padmanabhan
About Sudhir Padmanabhan
Sudhir Padmanabhan is a lawyer based in Vancouver, BC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2026. Sudhir Padmanabhan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Insurance Law
- Personal Injury Litigation
Current Firm: Eyford Partners LLP
Education: University of Alberta, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Vancouver, BC
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