James George "Jim" Wiehl
About James George Wiehl
James George Wiehl is a lawyer based in Dallas, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1993. James George Wiehl is recognized in the following practice area:
- Dallas, Texas
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: BakerHostetler
Education: University of Notre Dame, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: Dallas, TX
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