William P. Lightfoot
About William P. Lightfoot
William P. Lightfoot is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. William P. Lightfoot is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Lightfoot Law PLLC
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, JD, graduated 1977 and Howard University, Bachelor, graduated 1972
Location: Washington, DC
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