Samuel P. "Sam" Funk
About Samuel P. Funk
Samuel P. Funk is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Samuel P. Funk is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Securities
- Trade Secrets Law
Current Firm: Sims Funk PLC
Education: University of Maryland, J.D., graduated 1996 and Wake Forest University, BA, graduated 1993
Location: Nashville, TN
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