Dustin P. Ordway
About Dustin P. Ordway
Dustin P. Ordway is a lawyer based in Traverse City, MI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Dustin P. Ordway is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Traverse City, Michigan
- Arbitration
- Environmental Law
- Mediation
Current Firm: Ordway Law Firm PLLC
Education: The University of Michigan Law School, J.D., graduated 1981 and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, graduated 1974
Location: Traverse City, MI
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