William N. "Billy" Epps, Jr.
About William N. Epps, Jr.
William N. Epps, Jr. is a lawyer based in Anderson, SC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. William N. Epps, Jr. is recognized in the following practice area:
- Anderson, South Carolina
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Epps, Nelson, Epps & Perkins
Education: The University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., graduated 1968
Location: Anderson, SC
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