Christopher D. "Chris" Yvars
About Christopher D. Yvars
Christopher D. Yvars is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Christopher D. Yvars is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Construction Law
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker LLP
Education: Syracuse University, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Denver, CO
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