Jessica W. Stratta
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026 About Jessica W. Stratta
Jessica W. Stratta is a lawyer based in Charleston, SC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Jessica W. Stratta is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Construction Law
- Insurance Law
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Barnwell Whaley Patterson & Helms LLC
Education: Charleston School of Law, J.D.
Location: Charleston, SC
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