James A. "Jim" Resila
About James A. Resila
James A. Resila is a lawyer based in Albany, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. James A. Resila is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Albany, New York
- Appellate Practice
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Rowlands, LeBrou & Griesmer PLLC
Education: Fordham University, J.D. , graduated 1988 and Syracuse University, A.B., magna cum laude
Location: Albany, NY
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