Will A. Ellis
About Will A. Ellis
Will A. Ellis is a lawyer based in Kingsport, TN and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Will A. Ellis is recognized in the following practice area:
- Kingsport, Tennessee
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Hunter, Smith & Davis LLP
Education: The University of Alabama, J.D., graduated 2021
Location: Kingsport, TN
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