Lindene Patton
About Lindene Patton
Lindene Patton is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Lindene Patton is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Earth & Water Law LLC
Education: Santa Clara University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Washington, DC
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