Lisa C. Wood
About Lisa C. Wood
Lisa C. Wood is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Lisa C. Wood is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Antitrust
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Foley Hoag LLP
Education: Boston College Law School, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Boston, MA
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