James L. "Jim" Volling
About James L. Volling
James L. Volling is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. James L. Volling is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Antitrust
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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