Timothy K. "Tim" Ford
About Timothy K. Ford
Timothy K. Ford is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. Timothy K. Ford is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Appellate Practice
- Civil Rights Law
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
Current Firm: MacDonald Hoague & Bayless
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1974 and Washington State University, B.A., with honors, graduated 1970
Location: Seattle, WA
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