Lawrence J. Najem
About Lawrence J. Najem
Lawrence J. Najem is a lawyer based in Jacksonville, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Lawrence J. Najem is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
- Entertainment Law - Music
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Ossi and Najem PA
Education: Stetson University, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Jacksonville, FL
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