Gus J. Lazares

Lebanon, OH

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2023

About Gus J. Lazares

Gus J. Lazares is a lawyer based in Lebanon, OH and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch^® in America since 2023. Gus J. Lazares is recognized in the following practice area:

Lebanon, Ohio
- Litigation - Labor and Employment

Current Firm: Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima

Location: Lebanon, OH

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