J. William "Bill" Coley
About J. William Coley
J. William Coley is a lawyer based in Knoxville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. J. William Coley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Knoxville, Tennessee
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Litigation - Municipal
Current Firm: Hodges, Doughty & Carson PLLC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Knoxville, TN
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