James V. "Jim" Etscorn
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010 About James V. Etscorn
James V. Etscorn is a lawyer based in Orlando, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. James V. Etscorn is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Orlando, Florida
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: BakerHostetler
Education: University of Florida, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Orlando, FL
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