Melissa Ray
About Melissa Ray
Melissa Ray is a lawyer based in Woodbridge, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Melissa Ray is recognized in the following practice area:
- Woodbridge, Virginia
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Nichols Zauzig
Education: George Mason University, J.D., graduated 2003
Location: Woodbridge, VA
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