James W. "Jim" Bendall
About James W. Bendall
James W. Bendall is a lawyer based in Schenectady, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. James W. Bendall is recognized in the following practice area:
- Schenectady, New York
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Bendall & Mednick
Education: Albany Law School of Union University, J.D., graduated 1970, Albany Law School of Union University, graduated 1970, and Manhattan College, graduated 1967
Location: Schenectady, NY
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