Bret L. Thompson
About Bret L. Thompson
Bret L. Thompson is a lawyer based in Birmingham, AL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Bret L. Thompson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Project Finance Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: Samford University, J.D., graduated 2016
Location: Birmingham, AL
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