Michelle De Oliveira
About Michelle De Oliveira
Michelle De Oliveira is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Michelle De Oliveira is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Employment Law - Management
Current Firm: Kenney & Sams PC
Education: Northeastern University, J.D., graduated 2012
Location: Boston, MA
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