William D. "Bill" Harper
About William D. Harper
William D. Harper is a lawyer based in Woodbury, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. William D. Harper is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Woodbury, Minnesota
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Harper & Peterson PLLC
Education: Hamline University, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Woodbury, MN
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