A. Wade "Wade" Cornelius
About A. Wade Cornelius
A. Wade Cornelius is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. A. Wade Cornelius is recognized in the following practice area:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: Penn State Dickinson School of Law, J.D., graduated 2011
Location: Birmingham, AL
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