Lawrence M. Ploucha
About Lawrence M. Ploucha
Lawrence M. Ploucha is a lawyer based in Fort Lauderdale, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. Lawrence M. Ploucha is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
Education: University of Miami School of Law, LL.M. Taxation, graduated 1980, Western Michigan University, Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D., graduated 1978, Western Michigan University, graduated 1972, and Western Michigan University, B.S., graduated 1972
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
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