John G. Kelly
About John G. Kelly
John G. Kelly is a lawyer based in Arlington, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. John G. Kelly is recognized in the following practice area:
- Arlington, Virginia
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Bean, Kinney & Korman PC
Education: University of Maryland, J.D., graduated 1995
Location: Arlington, VA
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