Nigel Lewis, local public defender, dies after cancer battle

By , Daily Memphian Updated: March 21, 2024 9:45 AM CT | Published: March 21, 2024 4:00 AM CT

Friends and family recalled Nigel Lewis as a talented attorney and a tireless advocate for his clients. He also is remembered for his Catholic faith, his “glowing” personality and his love of the jam band Phish.

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Aarron Fleming

Aarron Fleming

Aarron Fleming covers Memphis and Shelby County’s court system and is a member of The Daily Memphian’s public safety reporting team. He formerly covered education and earned his B.A. in journalism from the University of Memphis.


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