Jonathan A. Barrett
About Jonathan A. Barrett
Jonathan A. Barrett is a lawyer based in Charlotte, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Jonathan A. Barrett is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Corporate Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Barrett Law PC
Education: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduated 1980
Location: Charlotte, NC
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