Deborah Z. Read
About Deborah Z. Read
Deborah Z. Read is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Deborah Z. Read is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Health Care Law
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Thompson Hine LLP
Education: Boston University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1982 and Ohio University, BA, summa cum laude, graduated 1979
Location: Cleveland, OH
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