Elissa Harwood
About Elissa Harwood
Elissa Harwood is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Elissa Harwood is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: Miller & Chevalier Chartered
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 2024
Location: Washington, DC
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