Michael D. Sontag
About Michael D. Sontag
Michael D. Sontag is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Michael D. Sontag is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Bass, Berry & Sims PLC
Education: New York University, graduated 1985, New York University, LLM (Tax), graduated 1985, The University of Tennessee, JD, graduated 1984, and Auburn University, BS (Accounting), graduated 1981
Location: Nashville, TN
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