Jeffrey "Jeff" Willis
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2001 About Jeffrey Willis
Jeffrey Willis is a lawyer based in Tucson, AZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. Jeffrey Willis is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tucson, Arizona
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
Current Firm: Snell & Wilmer LLP
Education: Washington and Lee University, JD, cum laude, graduated 1975 and Northern Arizona University, BA, Honors Program, graduated 1972
Location: Tucson, AZ
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