James W. "Jim" Bucking
About James W. Bucking
James W. Bucking is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. James W. Bucking is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Foley Hoag LLP
Education: University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Boston, MA
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