Douglas M. Halsey
About Douglas M. Halsey
Douglas M. Halsey is a lawyer based in Miami, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Douglas M. Halsey is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Miami, Florida
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
Current Firm: Douglas M. Halsey PA
Education: University of Miami School of Law, J.D., graduated 1979 and Columbia University, BA
Location: Miami, FL
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