James B. Kinsel
About James B. Kinsel
James B. Kinsel is a lawyer based in Tysons, VA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. James B. Kinsel is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tysons, Virginia
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Protorae Law PLLC
Education: University of Virginia, Doctor of Law, graduated 1998 and James Madison University, B.S. in Political Science and Government , graduated 1994
Location: Tysons, VA
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