James R. "Jim" Wetwiska
About James R. Wetwiska
James R. Wetwiska is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. James R. Wetwiska is recognized in the following practice area:
- Houston, Texas
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Dechert LLP
Education: University of Oklahoma, J.D., graduated 1992
Location: Houston, TX
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