James L. "Jim" Drought
About James L. Drought
James L. Drought is a lawyer based in San Antonio, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. James L. Drought is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Antonio, Texas
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Drought, Drought & Bobbitt LLP
Education: St. Mary’s University School of Law, J.D., graduated 1969
Location: San Antonio, TX
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