James Hine
About James Hine
James Hine is a lawyer based in Hartford, CT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. James Hine is recognized in the following practice area:
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Goff Law Group
Education: Penn State Dickinson School of Law, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: Hartford, CT
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