Gregg E. McDougal
About Gregg E. McDougal
Gregg E. McDougal is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Gregg E. McDougal is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: McDougal Hartzell PLLC
Education: Wake Forest University, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Raleigh, NC
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