Arlington pioneer Betty Thompson dies at age 88 
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Published: October 2, 2012
Arlington family lawyer Betty A. Thompson, a mentor for many and a tireless advocate for legal reform, died Sept. 24 at the age of 88.
McLean lawyer Joseph A. Condo, another leading divorce lawyer, confirmed Ms. Thompson’s death last week. The announcement of her death on his Facebook page – and a posting on Virginia Lawyers ...
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