James J. "Jim" Shea
About James J. Shea
James J. Shea is a lawyer based in Fort Wayne, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. James J. Shea is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Insurance Law
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Hunt Suedhoff Kearney LLP
Education: Valparaiso University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
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