Christina Lopes
About Christina Lopes
Christina Lopes is a lawyer based in New Haven, CT and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Christina Lopes is recognized in the following practice areas:
- New Haven, Connecticut
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Corporate Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP
Education: Quinnipiac University, J.D., graduated 2020
Location: New Haven, CT
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