Collison F. "Chip" Royer
About Collison F. Royer
Collison F. Royer is a lawyer based in Charlottesville, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Collison F. Royer is recognized in the following practice area:
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Royer Caramanis PLC
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Charlottesville, VA
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