Christopher J. Balch
About Christopher J. Balch
Christopher J. Balch is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Christopher J. Balch is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Corporate Law
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Holland & Hart LLP
Education: University of Denver, J.D., graduated 1999 and Boston College, BS
Location: Denver, CO
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