José Miguel Barahona Avendaño
About José Miguel Barahona Avendaño
José Miguel Barahona Avendaño is a lawyer based in Santiago, CL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Chile™ since 2019. José Miguel Barahona Avendaño is recognized in the following practice area:
- Santiago, Chile
- Criminal Defense
Current Firm: RB Abogados
Location: Santiago, CL
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