James F. Doherty, Jr.
About James F. Doherty, Jr.
James F. Doherty, Jr. is a lawyer based in Columbia, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. James F. Doherty, Jr. is recognized in the following practice area:
- Columbia, Maryland
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: Pecore & Doherty LLC
Education: Columbus School of Law, Catholic University of America, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Columbia, MD
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