Michael F. Ruggio
About Michael F. Ruggio
Michael F. Ruggio is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2026. Michael F. Ruggio is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: FBT Gibbons LLP
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982, and University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: Washington, DC
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