Kenneth W. "Ken" Lewis
About Kenneth W. Lewis
Kenneth W. Lewis is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. Kenneth W. Lewis is recognized in the following practice area:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Corporate Law
Current Firm: Maynard Nexsen PC
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1986 and Duke University, AB, graduated 1982
Location: Raleigh, NC
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