Darrell G. Waas
About Darrell G. Waas
Darrell G. Waas is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Darrell G. Waas is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Commercial Litigation
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Waas Campbell Rivera Johnson & Velasquez LLP
Education: University of Colorado at Boulder, J.D., graduated 1979 and University of Northern Colorado, BA, graduated 1976
Location: Denver, CO
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