Kimberlee Stafford
About Kimberlee Stafford
Kimberlee Stafford is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Kimberlee Stafford is recognized in the following practice area:
- Portland, Oregon
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Tonkon Torp LLP
Education: Lewis & Clark College, J.D., graduated 2005 and Lewis & Clark College, B.S., graduated 1994
Location: Portland, OR
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