Katy Forsstrom
About Katy Forsstrom
Katy Forsstrom is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2022. Katy Forsstrom is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Hogan Lovells US LLP
Education: University of Denver, J.D., graduated 2015
Location: Denver, CO
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