Tim J. Filer
About Tim J. Filer
Tim J. Filer is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Tim J. Filer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Foster Garvey PC
Education: University of Washington, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Seattle, WA
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