Samuel B. "Sam" Tooker
About Samuel B. Tooker
Samuel B. Tooker is a lawyer based in Greenville, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Samuel B. Tooker is recognized in the following practice area:
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
Current Firm: David R. Price, Jr. PA
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 2009
Location: Greenville, SC
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