Denise E. Giraudo
About Denise E. Giraudo
Denise E. Giraudo is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2026. Denise E. Giraudo is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Location: Washington, DC
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