Kenneth P. "Ken" Brier
About Kenneth P. Brier
Kenneth P. Brier is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1999. Kenneth P. Brier is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Verrill DanaLLP
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1979 and Princeton University, A.B., graduated 1975
Location: Boston, MA
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