Malaika M. Eaton
About Malaika M. Eaton
Malaika M. Eaton is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Malaika M. Eaton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: McNaul Ebel Nawrot & Helgren PLLC
Education: Cornell University, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Seattle, WA
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