James L. "Jay" Cuclis
About James L. Cuclis
James L. Cuclis is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2001. James L. Cuclis is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Houston, Texas
- Corporate Law
- Energy Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Oil and Gas Law
- Houston, Texas
- Corporate Law
- Energy Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Natural Resources Law
- Oil and Gas Law
Current Firm: White & Case LLP
Education: The University of Texas, J.D., graduated 1981
Location: Houston, TX
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