Thomas "Tom" Firestone
About Thomas Firestone
Thomas Firestone is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Thomas Firestone is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Squire Patton Boggs
Education: Harvard University, graduated 1993
Location: Washington, DC
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