Rodney L. "Rod" Brown, Jr.
About Rodney L. Brown, Jr.
Rodney L. Brown, Jr. is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. Rodney L. Brown, Jr. is recognized in the following practice area:
- Seattle, Washington
- Environmental Law
Current Firm: Cascadia Law Group PLLC
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1981 and Baylor University, B.A., graduated 1978
Location: Seattle, WA
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