Henry C. "Hank" Shelton III

Memphis, TN

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 1995

About Henry C. Shelton III

Henry C. Shelton III is a lawyer based in Memphis, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® since 1995. Henry C. Shelton III is recognized in the following practice areas:

Memphis, Tennessee
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy

Current Firm: Adams & Reese LLP

Education: Wesleyan University, BA, graduated 1972 and Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1975

Location: Memphis, TN

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