Samuel Lanier "Sam" Felker
About Samuel Lanier Felker
Samuel Lanier Felker is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Samuel Lanier Felker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1980, University of Virginia, graduated 1980, and Mississippi State University, BS, graduated 1977
Location: Nashville, TN
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