Douglas A. "Doug" Kelley
About Douglas A. Kelley
Douglas A. Kelley is a lawyer based in Minnetonka, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Douglas A. Kelley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minnetonka, Minnesota
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: Kelley, Wolter & Scott PA
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1974
Location: Minnetonka, MN
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