James T. "Jim" Brown
About James T. Brown
James T. Brown is a lawyer based in Houston, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. James T. Brown is recognized in the following practice area:
- Houston, Texas
- Admiralty and Maritime Law
Current Firm: HFW
Education: University of Houston Law Center, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Houston, TX
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