James R. "Jim" Cannon
About James R. Cannon
James R. Cannon is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. James R. Cannon is recognized in the following practice area:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Myers Bigel PA
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Raleigh, NC
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