Robert F. Chapski
About Robert F. Chapski
Robert F. Chapski is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Robert F. Chapski is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Commercial Litigation
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Lewis Thomason PC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 2002 and University of Notre Dame, B.A., graduated 1999
Location: Nashville, TN
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