Franca L. DeRosa
About Franca L. DeRosa
Franca L. DeRosa is a lawyer based in Hartford, CT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. Franca L. DeRosa is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Energy Law
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Brown Rudnick LLP
Education: American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 1990, Trinity College, B.A., graduated 1985, and Trinity College, graduated 1985
Location: Hartford, CT
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