Scott M. O'Halloran
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019 About Scott M. O'Halloran
Scott M. O'Halloran is a lawyer based in Tacoma, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Scott M. O'Halloran is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tacoma, Washington
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Fain Anderson VanDerhoef Rosendahl O'Halloran Spillane PLLC
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 1995
Location: Tacoma, WA
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