Tom Slutes
About Tom Slutes
Tom Slutes is a lawyer based in Tucson, AZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1993. Tom Slutes is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tucson, Arizona
- Commercial Litigation
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Slutes Sakrison & Rogers PC
Education: The University of Arizona, J.D., graduated 1960
Location: Tucson, AZ
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