Vicki Viramontes-LaFree
About Vicki Viramontes-LaFree
Vicki Viramontes-LaFree is a lawyer based in Bethesda, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Vicki Viramontes-LaFree is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Pasternak & Fidis PC
Education: University of New Mexico, J.D., graduated 1994 and University of New Mexico, B.A.
Location: Bethesda, MD
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