Albert M. "Al" Hand, Jr.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2014 About Albert M. Hand, Jr.
Albert M. Hand, Jr. is a lawyer based in Shreveport, LA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Albert M. Hand, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Shreveport, Louisiana
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway, A Professional Law Corporation
Education: Louisiana State University, J.D., graduated 1978, Louisiana State University, BA, graduated 1975, and Louisiana State University, MA, graduated 1973
Location: Shreveport, LA
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