Andrew J. "Andy" Merken
About Andrew J. Merken
Andrew J. Merken is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Andrew J. Merken is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Corporate Law
Current Firm: Polsinelli PC
Education: University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Boston, MA
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