Barbara J. "Barb" Duffy
About Barbara J. Duffy
Barbara J. Duffy is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Barbara J. Duffy is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Commercial Litigation
- Elder Law
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
Current Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Seattle, WA
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