Justin Banford
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027 About Justin Banford
Justin Banford is a lawyer based in Arlington, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2027. Justin Banford is recognized in the following practice area:
- Arlington, Virginia
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Bean, Kinney & Korman PC
Education: George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005, and George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Arlington, VA
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