Jane A. Laflin
About Jane A. Laflin
Jane A. Laflin is a lawyer based in Albuquerque, NM and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Jane A. Laflin is recognized in the following practice area:
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Butt Thornton & Baehr PC
Education: University of New Mexico, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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