Brett Hughes
About Brett Hughes
Brett Hughes is a lawyer based in Memphis, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Brett Hughes is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Harris Shelton PLLC
Education: Samford University, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Memphis, TN
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