Erica Payne
About Erica Payne
Erica Payne is a lawyer based in Centennial, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Erica Payne is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Centennial, Colorado
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Johnson Bakken Smith PC
Education: University of Colorado at Boulder, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Centennial, CO
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