John P. Ahlers
About John P. Ahlers
John P. Ahlers is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. John P. Ahlers is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Ahlers Cressman & Sleight PLLC
Education: Gonzaga University, J.D., graduated 1982, Washington State University, graduated 1975, Stanford University, M.S. in Civil Engineering, graduated 1976, and Gonzaga University, graduated 1982
Location: Seattle, WA
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