Darrell G. Townsend
About Darrell G. Townsend
Darrell G. Townsend is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. Darrell G. Townsend is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Howell & Fisher PLLC
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Nashville, TN
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