Gary C. Pinter
About Gary C. Pinter
Gary C. Pinter is a lawyer based in Edwardsville, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Gary C. Pinter is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Edwardsville, Illinois
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Swanson, Martin & Bell LLP
Education: Northern Illinois University, graduated 2007
Location: Edwardsville, IL
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