Dirk J.J. Suringa
About Dirk J.J. Suringa
Dirk J.J. Suringa is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Dirk J.J. Suringa is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Covington & Burling LLP
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1996 and Princeton University, BA, graduated 1992
Location: Washington, DC
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