Victoria Galvez Godfrey
About Victoria Galvez Godfrey
Victoria Galvez Godfrey is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2021. Victoria Galvez Godfrey is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Energy Law
Current Firm: Vinson & Elkins LLP
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 2014
Location: Washington, DC
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