Raymond J. "Ray" Wiacek
About Raymond J. Wiacek
Raymond J. Wiacek is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Raymond J. Wiacek is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Jones Day
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1976 and Yale University, graduated 1973
Location: Washington, DC
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