Wade W. Massie
About Wade W. Massie
Wade W. Massie is a lawyer based in Abingdon, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Wade W. Massie is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Abingdon, Virginia
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Mining Law
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
- Water Law
Current Firm: PennStuart
Education: University of Richmond, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Abingdon, VA
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