Cathleen P. "Cathy" Welsh
About Cathleen P. Welsh
Cathleen P. Welsh is a lawyer based in Harrisonburg, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Cathleen P. Welsh is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Current Firm: Flora Pettit
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Harrisonburg, VA
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