Bonnie Sockel-Stone
About Bonnie Sockel-Stone
Bonnie Sockel-Stone is a lawyer based in Miami, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Bonnie Sockel-Stone is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Miami, Florida
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Sockel-Stone Family Law
Education: University of Florida, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Miami, FL
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