Michelle Gaeng
About Michelle Gaeng
Michelle Gaeng is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Michelle Gaeng is recognized in the following practice area:
- Denver, Colorado
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Education: University of Denver, J.D., graduated 2022
Location: Denver, CO
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