Bell Temple LLP is pleased to welcome Anna Iourina (2016 call) as a new Associate at the firm. Anna brings a wealth of experience in working on complex files, and will be a valuable addition to our bodily injury, product liability, professional negligence, and insurance coverage groups.
Anna Iourina joins Bell Temple as a new Associate.
April 22, 2019
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