David Walsh
About David Walsh
David Walsh is a lawyer based in Reston, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. David Walsh is recognized in the following practice area:
- Reston, Virginia
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: Cooley LLP
Education: Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: Reston, VA
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