John A. Cocklereece, Jr.
About John A. Cocklereece, Jr.
John A. Cocklereece, Jr. is a lawyer based in Winston-Salem, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. John A. Cocklereece, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Winston-Salem, North Carolina
- Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- Corporate Law
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Bell, Davis & Pitt PA
Education: Washington and Lee University, J.D., graduated 1979 and Washington and Lee University, BA, graduated 1976
Location: Winston-Salem, NC
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