Nereida Meléndez-Rivera
About Nereida Meléndez-Rivera
Nereida Meléndez-Rivera is a lawyer based in San Juan, PR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Puerto Rico™ since 2020. Nereida Meléndez-Rivera is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Corporate Governance & Compliance Practice
- Criminal Defense
- Litigation
Current Firm: DLA Piper
Location: San Juan, PR
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