Ashby Q. Burks
About Ashby Q. Burks
Ashby Q. Burks is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Ashby Q. Burks is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Corporate Law
- Health Care Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1982 and University of Virginia, BA, graduated 1979
Location: Nashville, TN
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