Brian W. Shaffer
About Brian W. Shaffer
Brian W. Shaffer is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Brian W. Shaffer is recognized in the following practice area:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
Education: Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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