C. Rufus Pennington III
About C. Rufus Pennington III
C. Rufus Pennington III is a lawyer based in Jacksonville, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. C. Rufus Pennington III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Coker Law PA
Education: University of Florida, J.D., graduated 1981, University of Florida, graduated 1981, and Duke University, graduated 1978
Location: Jacksonville, FL
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