Irene Bruce Hathaway
About Irene Bruce Hathaway
Irene Bruce Hathaway is a lawyer based in Birmingham, MI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Irene Bruce Hathaway is recognized in the following practice area:
- Birmingham, Michigan
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Bruce Hathaway PLLC
Education: Michigan State University College of Law, graduated 1980
Location: Birmingham, MI
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