James D. "Jim" Newell
About James D. Newell
James D. Newell is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. James D. Newell is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Current Firm: Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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