David J. "Dave" Neill
About David J. Neill
David J. Neill is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. David J. Neill is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Land Use and Zoning Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Fox Rothschild LLP
Education: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 2004
Location: Raleigh, NC
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