Rita Piel
About Rita Piel
Rita Piel is a lawyer based in Baltimore, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Rita Piel is recognized in the following practice area:
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Miles & Stockbridge PC
Education: University of Maryland, JD, graduated 2008 and Duke University, BA, graduated 2005
Location: Baltimore, MD
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