F. Laurens "Larry" Brock
About F. Laurens Brock
F. Laurens Brock is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. F. Laurens Brock is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Commercial Litigation
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Adams and Reese LLP
Education: Samford University, J.D., graduated 1980 and Emory University, B.A., graduated 1976
Location: Nashville, TN
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