Legal Mentor Session: Fabio de Sa Cesnik (CQS FV Law Firm)

Event ID: PP1149636

Fri, Mar 13, 2026 | 7:30 PM - 8:45 PM

Venue: Liberty (Omni Downtown)

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Summary

Meeting with this mentor is highly recommended if you're interested in Legal, Doc Filmmakers, Narrative Filmmakers.

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