Jeffrey P. "Jeff" Ayres
About Jeffrey P. Ayres
Jeffrey P. Ayres is a lawyer based in Towson, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Jeffrey P. Ayres is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Towson, Maryland
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Venable LLP
Education: George Washington University, graduated 1977 and The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Towson, MD
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