James Charles Frooman
About James Charles Frooman
James Charles Frooman is a lawyer based in Cincinnati, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2014. James Charles Frooman is recognized in the following practice area:
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: FBT Gibbons LLP
Education: Northern Kentucky University, J.D., graduated 1990 and The Ohio State University, BSBA, graduated 1985
Location: Cincinnati, OH
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