James Stephen "Steve" Bennett
About James Stephen Bennett
James Stephen Bennett is a lawyer based in Fort Wayne, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. James Stephen Bennett is recognized in the following practice area:
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
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