Herbert C. "Bert" Donovan
About Herbert C. Donovan
Herbert C. Donovan is a lawyer based in Birmingham, MI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Herbert C. Donovan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Michigan
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Brooks Wilkins Sharkey & Turco PLLC
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Birmingham, MI
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