J. Clark Armitage
About J. Clark Armitage
J. Clark Armitage is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. J. Clark Armitage is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Caplin & Drysdale Chartered
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1990
Location: Washington, DC
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