Derek A. Terry
About Derek A. Terry
Derek A. Terry is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Derek A. Terry is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Riggs Davie PLC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 2019
Location: Nashville, TN
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