John Lee
About John Lee
John Lee serves as the Vice President of Legal Services, Legal Counsel, and Chief Privacy Officer at the Canadian Medical Association, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in intellectual property law and a strong background in business strategy and legal operations, having held various roles in reputable law firms and corporations.
Work at Canadian Medical Association
John Lee currently serves as Vice President, Legal Services, Legal Counsel, and Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) at the Canadian Medical Association. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's legal strategies and operations in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. His role involves overseeing legal services and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.
Previous Legal Experience
Prior to his current role, John Lee worked at the Canadian Medical Association as Vice President and Legal Counsel from 2020 to 2022. He has extensive legal experience, having served as Assistant General Counsel at BlackBerry from 2007 to 2012, and as a Partner at Dentons from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he held positions as Associate Lawyer at Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP and Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP, accumulating a total of over 15 years in various legal roles.
Education and Expertise
John Lee holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Political Science and a Master of Arts in Political Economy from Carleton University. He earned his Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Ottawa. Additionally, he completed the Directors Education Program (DEP) at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, focusing on Corporate Governance. His educational background supports his expertise in intellectual property law and business strategy.
Leadership in Legal Sector
John Lee has significant experience in senior leadership roles within the legal sector. His background includes managing legal services for major national associations and contributing to business strategy and legal department operations. His leadership experience is complemented by his extensive legal practice, which spans various sectors and specialties.