R. Donavon "Don" Munford, Jr.
About R. Donavon Munford, Jr.
R. Donavon Munford, Jr. is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. R. Donavon Munford, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Munford Law PLLC
Education: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 1979, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduated 1979, and Davidson College, graduated 1976
Location: Raleigh, NC
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