Marcus W. Trathen
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008 About Marcus W. Trathen
Marcus W. Trathen is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Marcus W. Trathen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- First Amendment Law
- Media Law
- Communications Law
- Utilities Law
Current Firm: Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP
Education: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, JD, graduated 1990 and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA, graduated 1987
Location: Raleigh, NC
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