James S. "Jim" Urban
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018 About James S. Urban
James S. Urban is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. James S. Urban is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Jones Day
Education: Duquesne University, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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