Janna J. Annest
About Janna J. Annest
Janna J. Annest is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Janna J. Annest is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Collaborative Law: Family Law
- Family Law
Current Firm: Lirhus Keckemet Annest PLLC
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 2003
Location: Seattle, WA
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