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Immigration Attorney | Nov 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I know Atty. DeFranco through the broadcast media community in Massachusetts. She is very knowledgeable in the area of immigration law and I endorse this lawyer."
Immigration Attorney | Oct 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer.Marisa is a true professional. She is very committed to doing the best job she can do in anything she pursues. Marisa is a very bright, organized, and diligent individual who is easy to talk to and feel that she really cares about you. I have seen her take on tough situations very aggressively while maintaining her sense of decency and compassion. I consider Marisa a trusted colleague as well as a friend."
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