R. Tracy "Tracy" Sprouls
About R. Tracy Sprouls
R. Tracy Sprouls is a lawyer based in Albuquerque, NM and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. R. Tracy Sprouls is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Corporate Law
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Rodey, Dickason, Sloan, Akin, & Robb PA
Education: University of New Mexico, J.D., graduated 1981
Location: Albuquerque, NM
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