Denise J. Deschenes

Littleton, NH

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

About Denise J. Deschenes

Denise J. Deschenes is a lawyer based in Littleton, NH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® since 2005. Denise J. Deschenes is recognized in the following practice areas:

Littleton, New Hampshire
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate Law
- Financial Services Regulation Law

Current Firm: Primmer Piper Eggleston & Cramer PC

Education: Colgate University, BA

Location: Littleton, NH

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