Lester B. Johnson III
About Lester B. Johnson III
Lester B. Johnson III is a lawyer based in Savannah, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Lester B. Johnson III is recognized in the following practice area:
- Savannah, Georgia
- Education Law
Current Firm: Lester B. Johnson, III PC
Education: University of Miami School of Law, J.D., graduated 1978
Location: Savannah, GA
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