Heather Szajda
About Heather Szajda
Heather Szajda is a lawyer based in Richmond, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Heather Szajda is recognized in the following practice area:
- Richmond, Virginia
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Virginia Estate & Trust Law PLC
Education: Wake Forest University, graduated 1997
Location: Richmond, VA
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