James P. "Jim" Wilkins
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2019 About James P. Wilkins
James P. Wilkins is a lawyer based in Akron, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. James P. Wilkins is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Akron, Ohio
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Kastner Westman & Wilkins LLC
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1983
Location: Akron, OH
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