Douglas F. "Doug" Patrick
About Douglas F. Patrick
Douglas F. Patrick is a lawyer based in Greenville, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1993. Douglas F. Patrick is recognized in the following practice area:
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Patrick, Lewis, and Watts PA
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1976
Location: Greenville, SC
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