Janet Knauss Larsen
About Janet Knauss Larsen
Janet Knauss Larsen is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Janet Knauss Larsen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP
Education: Lewis & Clark College, J.D., graduated 1995
Location: Portland, OR
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