Marla Thompson Poirot
About Marla Thompson Poirot
Marla Thompson Poirot is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2020. Marla Thompson Poirot is recognized in the following practice area:
- Houston, Texas
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: The Poirot Law Firm PLLC
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1995
Location: Houston, TX
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