James M. Finberg
About James M. Finberg
James M. Finberg is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. James M. Finberg is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Altshuler Berzon LLP
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: San Francisco, CA
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