Ava E. Lias-Booker
About Ava E. Lias-Booker
Ava E. Lias-Booker is a lawyer based in Baltimore, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. Ava E. Lias-Booker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: McGuireWoods LLP
Education: University of Maryland, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Baltimore, MD
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