Douglas A. Brockman
About Douglas A. Brockman
Douglas A. Brockman is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2026. Douglas A. Brockman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Litigation - Health Care
Current Firm: Burns White LLC
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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