Frederick L. "Rick" Hitchcock
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1995 About Frederick L. Hitchcock
Frederick L. Hitchcock is a lawyer based in Chattanooga, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. Frederick L. Hitchcock is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Energy Law
Current Firm: Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel PC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1977 and The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, BA, graduated 1973
Location: Chattanooga, TN
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