Steven H. "Steve" Winterbauer
About Steven H. Winterbauer
Steven H. Winterbauer is a lawyer based in Mercer Island, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Steven H. Winterbauer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Mercer Island, Washington
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Winterbauer & Diamond PLLC
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1986 and Stanford University, BA, graduated 1983
Location: Mercer Island, WA
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