Sophia Amberson
About Sophia Amberson
Sophia Amberson is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2023. Sophia Amberson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Natural Resources Law
Current Firm: Van Ness Feldman LLP
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 2017
Location: Seattle, WA
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