Samuel L. "Sam" Jackson
About Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Samuel L. Jackson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Education Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Spencer Fane LLP
Education: Samford University, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Nashville, TN
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