John T. Blankenship
About John T. Blankenship
John T. Blankenship is a lawyer based in Franklin, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. John T. Blankenship is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Franklin, Tennessee
- Arbitration
- Construction Law
- Litigation - Construction
Current Firm: Blankenship ADR
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Franklin, TN
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