Karen Bjorkman
About Karen Bjorkman
Karen Bjorkman is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Karen Bjorkman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Maslon LLP
Education: William Mitchell College of Law, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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