Michelle Dawson
About Michelle Dawson
Michelle Dawson is a lawyer based in Plymouth, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Michelle Dawson is recognized in the following practice area:
- Plymouth, Minnesota
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
Current Firm: Padmanabhan & Dawson PLLC
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Plymouth, MN
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