John P. "Jack" O'Hale
About John P. O'Hale
John P. O'Hale is a lawyer based in Smithfield, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. John P. O'Hale is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Smithfield, North Carolina
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- DUI / DWI Defense
Current Firm: John P. O'Hale PA
Education: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 1975
Location: Smithfield, NC
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