Background
Wilder, James Durand was born on June 9, 1924 in Cleveland. Son of George Durand and Mildred F. (Lybarger) Wilder.
Wilder, James Durand was born on June 9, 1924 in Cleveland. Son of George Durand and Mildred F. (Lybarger) Wilder.
AB, Muhlenberg College, 1947. Bachelor of Laws, Case Western Reserve University, 1950.
Commissioned ensign, United States Navy, 1944; advanced through grades to captain, United States Navy line officer, United States Navy, 1944-1946, 50-51; law specialist (judge advisory), United States Navy, 1951-1970; promoted to captain, United States Navy, 1966; partner, Detweiler, Hughes & Kokonos, Philadelphia, 1971-1980; partner, of counsel, La Brum & Doak, Philadelphia, 1980-1992; retired for United States Navy, 1979.
Member Pennsylvania Bar Association, Philadelphia Bar Association.
Married Vona Ellen Galli, July 31, 1950. Children: Charles D., Diana M., Judith A., David M.