Donna Peavler
About Donna Peavler
Donna Peavler is a lawyer based in Grapevine, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Donna Peavler is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Grapevine, Texas
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: PeavlerBriscoe
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Grapevine, TX
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