James P. O'Brien
About James P. O'Brien
James P. O'Brien is a lawyer based in Binghamton, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. James P. O'Brien is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Binghamton, New York
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Coughlin & Gerhart LLP
Education: Syracuse University, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: Binghamton, NY
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