Karen Winarsky
About Karen Winarsky
Karen Winarsky is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Karen Winarsky is recognized in the following practice area:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Atlanta, GA
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