Douglas S. "Doug" Parker
About Douglas S. Parker
Douglas S. Parker is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Douglas S. Parker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Ballard Spahr LLP
Education: Willamette University, J.D., graduated 1981 and Oregon State University, BA
Location: Portland, OR
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