Larachelle "Shelly" Wood
About Larachelle Wood
Larachelle Wood is a lawyer based in Chesapeake, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Larachelle Wood is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chesapeake, Virginia
- Family Law
Current Firm: Parks Zeigler PLLC
Education: Regent University, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Chesapeake, VA
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