James M. "Jim" Talley
About James M. Talley
James M. Talley is a lawyer based in Lake Mary, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2009. James M. Talley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Lake Mary, Florida
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Consumer Law
- Litigation - Construction
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Bitman, O'Brien & Morat PLLC
Education: Vanderbilt University, J.D., graduated 1981 and Wabash College, AB, graduated 1978
Location: Lake Mary, FL
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