Leonard Karp
About Leonard Karp
Leonard Karp is a lawyer based in Tucson, AZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1987. Leonard Karp is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tucson, Arizona
- Family Law
Current Firm: Karp & Manzi PLC
Education: The University of Arizona, J.D., graduated 1965
Location: Tucson, AZ
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