John E. Rattigan, Jr.
About John E. Rattigan, Jr.
John E. Rattigan, Jr. is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. John E. Rattigan, Jr. is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: DLA Piper
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: Boston, MA
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