John W. Wolfe
About John W. Wolfe
John W. Wolfe is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. John W. Wolfe is recognized in the following practice area:
- Seattle, Washington
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Education: Seattle University, J.D., graduated 1977 and Western Washington University, Political Economy, graduated 1974
Location: Seattle, WA
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