Craig B. Merkle
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008 About Craig B. Merkle
Craig B. Merkle is a lawyer based in Baltimore, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Craig B. Merkle is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Goodell, DeVries, Leech & Dann LLP
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1981
Location: Baltimore, MD
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