Mary Ellen Ternes
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007 About Mary Ellen Ternes
Mary Ellen Ternes is a lawyer based in Oklahoma City, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Mary Ellen Ternes is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
Current Firm: Earth & Water Law LLC
Education: University of Arkansas at Little Rock, J.D., graduated 1995, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, graduated 1995, and Vanderbilt University, graduated 1984
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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