Buckner P. Wellford
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005 About Buckner P. Wellford
Buckner P. Wellford is a lawyer based in Memphis, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Buckner P. Wellford is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Commercial Litigation
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: Washington and Lee University, JD 1981, graduated 1981, Vanderbilt University, BA American History, graduated 1978, and Vanderbilt University, graduated 1978
Location: Memphis, TN
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