Jay R. Starrett
About Jay R. Starrett
Jay R. Starrett is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Jay R. Starrett is recognized in the following practice area:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary PC
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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