Elaine Charlson Bredehoft
About Elaine Charlson Bredehoft
Elaine Charlson Bredehoft is a lawyer based in Reston, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. Elaine Charlson Bredehoft is recognized in the following practice area:
- Reston, Virginia
- Employment Law - Individuals
Current Firm: Charlson Bredehoft Cohen Brown & Nadelhaft PC
Education: Columbus School of Law, Catholic University of America, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Reston, VA
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