Katherine Dawson "Katie" Varholak
About Katherine Dawson Varholak
Katherine Dawson Varholak is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Katherine Dawson Varholak is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Appellate Practice
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Holland & Hart LLP
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: Denver, CO
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