J. Allen "Allen" Roberts
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015 About J. Allen Roberts
J. Allen Roberts is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. J. Allen Roberts is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Corporate Governance Law
- Corporate Law
- Health Care Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1995
Location: Nashville, TN
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