Shawn B. Meador
About Shawn B. Meador
Shawn B. Meador is a lawyer based in Reno, NV and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Shawn B. Meador is recognized in the following practice area:
- Reno, Nevada
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Woodburn and Wedge
Education: University of Utah, Juris Doctor, graduated 1983 and Utah State University, Bachelor of Arts, graduated 1980
Location: Reno, NV
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