Douglas J. Titus, Jr.
About Douglas J. Titus, Jr.
Douglas J. Titus, Jr. is a lawyer based in Tampa, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Douglas J. Titus, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tampa, Florida
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Betras, Kopp & Markota
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1976
Location: Tampa, FL
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