Karen M. Vickers
About Karen M. Vickers
Karen M. Vickers is a lawyer based in Lake Oswego, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Karen M. Vickers is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Lake Oswego, Oregon
- Education Law
- Litigation - Municipal
Current Firm: Vickers Plass
Education: Willamette University, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Lake Oswego, OR
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