Jacob Allen
About Jacob Allen
Jacob Allen is a lawyer based in Charleston, SC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Jacob Allen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Corporate Law
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2020
Location: Charleston, SC
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