Karen P. Kimmey
About Karen P. Kimmey
Karen P. Kimmey is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Karen P. Kimmey is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Farella Braun + Martel LLP
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: San Francisco, CA
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