Cara J. Nelson
About Cara J. Nelson
Cara J. Nelson is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Cara J. Nelson is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: DLA Piper
Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Boston, MA
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