Miguel Bocanegra
About Miguel Bocanegra
Miguel Bocanegra is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Miguel Bocanegra is recognized in the following practice area:
- Seattle, Washington
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: Miguel Angel Bocanegra
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: Seattle, WA
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