Thomas A. "Tom" Houston
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006 About Thomas A. Houston
Thomas A. Houston is a lawyer based in Ottawa, ON and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ since 2006. Thomas A. Houston is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Ottawa, Ontario
- Corporate Governance Practice
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Technology Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Dentons Canada LLP
Education: Queen’s University, graduated 1975
Location: Ottawa, ON
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