W. James "Jim" Hamilton
About W. James Hamilton
W. James Hamilton is a lawyer based in Indianapolis, IN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. W. James Hamilton is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Health Care Law
- Nonprofit / Charities Law
- Tax Law
Current Firm: Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Education: Indiana University Maurer School of Law, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Indianapolis, IN
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