James G. Womack
About James G. Womack
James G. Womack is a lawyer based in Lexington, KY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. James G. Womack is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Insurance
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Embry Merritt Womack Nance PLLC
Education: Northern Kentucky University, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Lexington, KY
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