E. Franklin "Frank" Childress, Jr.
About E. Franklin Childress, Jr.
E. Franklin Childress, Jr. is a lawyer based in Memphis, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. E. Franklin Childress, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: Samford University, J.D., graduated 1980 and Syracuse University, BA, graduated 1982
Location: Memphis, TN
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