John A. Wenke
About John A. Wenke
John A. Wenke is a lawyer based in El Paso, TX and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. John A. Wenke is recognized in the following practice area:
- El Paso, Texas
- Employment Law - Individuals
Current Firm: John A. Wenke, Attorney at Law
Education: Texas Tech University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: El Paso, TX
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