Scott B. Osborne
About Scott B. Osborne
Scott B. Osborne is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1987. Scott B. Osborne is recognized in the following practice area:
- Seattle, Washington
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Foster Garvey PC
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1975 and Yale University, BA, graduated 1971
Location: Seattle, WA
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