David M. Lay
About David M. Lay
David M. Lay is a lawyer based in Richmond, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. David M. Lay is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Richmond, Virginia
- Corporate Law
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Williams Mullen
Education: Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1996 and University of Virginia, BS, graduated 1993
Location: Richmond, VA
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