Erica Dotras

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Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2024

About Erica Dotras

Erica Dotras is a lawyer based in Richardson, TX and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch^® in America since 2024. Erica Dotras is recognized in the following practice area:

Richardson, Texas
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law

Current Firm: Mullin PC

Education: Texas A&M University, School of Law, J.D., graduated 2018

Location: Richardson, TX

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