Christopher Doerksen
About Christopher Doerksen
Christopher Doerksen is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Christopher Doerksen is recognized in the following practice area:
- Seattle, Washington
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Seattle, WA
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