Craig Distel
About Craig Distel
Craig Distel is a lawyer based in West Palm Beach, FL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Craig Distel is recognized in the following practice areas:
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Commercial Litigation
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: McDonald Hopkins LLC
Education: University of Miami School of Law, J.D., graduated 2013
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
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