Francesco A. "Frank" De Vito
About Francesco A. De Vito
Francesco A. De Vito is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Francesco A. De Vito is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Verrill
Education: Boston College Law School, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Boston, MA
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