Eleanor Pelta
About Eleanor Pelta
Eleanor Pelta is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Eleanor Pelta is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Washington, DC
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