Donna Civitello
About Donna Civitello
Donna Civitello is a lawyer based in Woodbridge, CT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1999. Donna Civitello is recognized in the following practice area:
- Woodbridge, Connecticut
- Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
Current Firm: Carter & Civitello
Education: University of Connecticut, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Woodbridge, CT
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