James H. "Jim" Birch
About James H. Birch
James H. Birch is a lawyer based in Dallas, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. James H. Birch is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Dallas, Texas
- Commercial Litigation
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Union
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
Education: University of Arkansas, J.D., graduated 1982 and University of Arkansas, BA
Location: Dallas, TX
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