Megan Lane
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2021 About Megan Lane
Megan Lane is a lawyer based in Memphis, TN and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2021. Megan Lane is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Memphis, Tennessee
- Family Law
- Health Care Law
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Harris Shelton PLLC
Education: The University of Memphis, J.D., graduated 2014
Location: Memphis, TN
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