Amelia A. DeGory
About Amelia A. DeGory
Amelia A. DeGory is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Amelia A. DeGory is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Appellate Practice
Current Firm: Jones Day
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 2017
Location: Washington, DC
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