John J. Davis
About John J. Davis
John J. Davis is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. John J. Davis is recognized in the following practice area:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Employment Law - Management
Current Firm: Pierce Davis & Perritano LLP
Education: Boston University School of Law, graduated 1981 and Tufts University, B.A.
Location: Boston, MA
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