James M. "Jim" Shore
About James M. Shore
James M. Shore is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. James M. Shore is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Stoel Rives LLP
Education: Hastings College of Law, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Seattle, WA
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