David C. Prather
About David C. Prather
David C. Prather is a lawyer based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. David C. Prather is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather
Education: Rutgers University–Newark, graduated 1990
Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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