Seth D. Jaffe
About Seth D. Jaffe
Seth D. Jaffe is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Seth D. Jaffe is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Environmental Law
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Foley Hoag LLP
Education: Yale University, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Boston, MA
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