James E. "Trippe" Cheek

Winter Park, FL

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019

About James E. Cheek

James E. Cheek is a lawyer based in Winter Park, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® since 2019. James E. Cheek is recognized in the following practice areas:

Winter Park, Florida
- Commercial Litigation
- Land Use and Zoning Law

Current Firm: Winderweedle, Haines, Ward & Woodman PA

Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1987

Location: Winter Park, FL

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