James E. "Jim" Magleby
About James E. Magleby
James E. Magleby is a lawyer based in Salt Lake City, UT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. James E. Magleby is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Magleby Cataxinos
Education: University of Utah, J.D., graduated 1995 and Swarthmore College, BA, graduated 1985
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
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