Robert T. "Tom" Strickland
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015 About Robert T. Strickland
Robert T. Strickland is a lawyer based in Columbia, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Robert T. Strickland is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Insurance
Current Firm: Barnes, Alford, Stork & Johnson LLP
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Columbia, SC
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