James F. "Jim" Runckel
About James F. Runckel
James F. Runckel is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. James F. Runckel is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Union
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Spear Wilderman PC
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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