Laura A. Bertin
About Laura A. Bertin
Laura A. Bertin is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Laura A. Bertin is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Cairncross & Hempelmann PS
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1990 and University of Washington, BA, graduated 1990
Location: Seattle, WA
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