James B. McLaren, Jr.
About James B. McLaren, Jr.
James B. McLaren, Jr. is a lawyer based in Memphis, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. James B. McLaren, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate Law
- Economic Development Law
- Project Finance Law
- Public Finance Law
Current Firm: Adams and Reese LLP
Education: The University of Tennessee, B.A., graduated 1977 and Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: Memphis, TN
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