Caine O'Rear III
About Caine O'Rear III
Caine O'Rear III is a lawyer based in Mobile, AL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. Caine O'Rear III is recognized in the following practice areas:
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Mobile, Alabama
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1975
Location: Mobile, AL
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