James E. Torgerson
About James E. Torgerson
James E. Torgerson is a lawyer based in Anchorage, AK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. James E. Torgerson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Anchorage, Alaska
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Natural Resources Law
- Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Stoel Rives LLP
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Anchorage, AK
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