Lorion M. "Lori" Vitale
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007 About Lorion M. Vitale
Lorion M. Vitale is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Lorion M. Vitale is recognized in the following practice area:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Family Law
Current Firm: Vitale Family Law
Education: Wake Forest University, J.D., graduated 1995 and Randolph-Macon College, BA, graduated 1992
Location: Raleigh, NC
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