Justo Gonzalez
About Justo Gonzalez
Justo Gonzalez is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Justo Gonzalez is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Commercial Litigation
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Stokes Lawrence PS
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Seattle, WA
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