Aldo L. "Al" LaFiandra

Atlanta, GA

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005

About Aldo L. LaFiandra

Aldo L. LaFiandra is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® since 2005. Aldo L. LaFiandra is recognized in the following practice area:

Atlanta, Georgia
- Banking and Finance Law

Current Firm: Jones Day

Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1989

Location: Atlanta, GA

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