Samuel J. "Sam" Imperati
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006 About Samuel J. Imperati
Samuel J. Imperati is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Samuel J. Imperati is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Arbitration
- Mediation
Current Firm: Institute for Conflict Management, Inc.
Education: University of California Davis, graduated 1979
Location: Portland, OR
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