James N. "Jim" Bowen
About James N. Bowen
James N. Bowen is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. James N. Bowen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Health Care
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Riley & Jacobson PLC
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 2002 and University of Virginia, BA, graduated 1998
Location: Nashville, TN
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