Brett C. Shear
About Brett C. Shear
Brett C. Shear is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Brett C. Shear is recognized in the following practice area:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Current Firm: Marshall Dennehey PC
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 2003
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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