Libbey Van Pelt
About Libbey Van Pelt
Libbey Van Pelt is a lawyer based in Arlington, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2026. Libbey Van Pelt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Arlington, Virginia
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: LIbbey Van Pelt Law
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 2011
Location: Arlington, VA
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