Michael W. "Mike" Droke
About Michael W. Droke
Michael W. Droke is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Michael W. Droke is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Dorsey & Whitney LLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, graduated 1986 and University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Seattle, WA
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