Mark L. Galvin
About Mark L. Galvin
Mark L. Galvin is a lawyer based in Providence, RI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Mark L. Galvin is recognized in the following practice area:
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: Law Office of Mark Galvin
Education: Howard University, J.D., graduated 1978
Location: Providence, RI
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