Kara Thorvaldsen
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025 About Kara Thorvaldsen
Kara Thorvaldsen is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Kara Thorvaldsen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Insurance Law
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Lawson & Weitzen LLP
Education: Tulane University, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: Boston, MA
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