Paul E. Benson
About Paul E. Benson
Paul E. Benson is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Paul E. Benson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Commercial Litigation
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1990
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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