Kathryn E. "Kathy" Szmuszkovicz
About Kathryn E. Szmuszkovicz
Kathryn E. Szmuszkovicz is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Kathryn E. Szmuszkovicz is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Beveridge & Diamond PC
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Washington, DC
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