William H. "Bill" Jeffress, Jr.
About William H. Jeffress, Jr.
William H. Jeffress, Jr. is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1993. William H. Jeffress, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Current Firm: Baker Botts LLP
Education: Yale University, J.D., graduated 1971
Location: Washington, DC
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