Emily C. Deans
About Emily C. Deans
Emily C. Deans is a lawyer based in Stamford, CT and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2023. Emily C. Deans is recognized in the following practice area:
- Stamford, Connecticut
- Energy Law
Current Firm: Robinson & Cole LLP
Location: Stamford, CT
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