Darren DeStefano
About Darren DeStefano
Darren DeStefano is a lawyer based in Reston, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Darren DeStefano is recognized in the following practice area:
- Reston, Virginia
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Cooley LLP
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Reston, VA
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