John R. Rizzardi
About John R. Rizzardi
John R. Rizzardi is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. John R. Rizzardi is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Corporate Law
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Cairncross & Hempelmann PS
Education: Seattle University, J.D., graduated 1979 and University of Colorado at Boulder, BA, graduated 1976
Location: Seattle, WA
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