James F. "Jim" Vaughan
About James F. Vaughan
James F. Vaughan is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. James F. Vaughan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Education: West Virginia University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Atlanta, GA
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