Sam J. "Mac" McAllester III
About Sam J. McAllester III
Sam J. McAllester III is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Sam J. McAllester III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Spencer Fane LLP
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1970 and The University of Tennessee, BS, graduated 1969
Location: Nashville, TN
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