Thomas W. "Tom" Traxler
About Thomas W. Traxler
Thomas W. Traxler is a lawyer based in Greenville, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Thomas W. Traxler is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
- Litigation - Real Estate
- Mediation
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Carter, Smith, Merriam, Rogers & Traxler PA
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1979 and Davidson College, BA (German), graduated 1974
Location: Greenville, SC
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