Clifton B. Clark
About Clifton B. Clark
Clifton B. Clark is a lawyer based in Lexington, KY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Clifton B. Clark is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Banking and Finance Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Jackson Kelly PLLC
Education: University of Kentucky, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Lexington, KY
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