Danielle "DJ" Healey
About Danielle Healey
Danielle Healey is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Danielle Healey is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Houston, Texas
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Spencer Fane LLP
Education: The University of Texas, J.D. with honors, graduated 1985 and Brown University, B.A., graduated 1982
Location: Houston, TX
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