Joel Pfeffer
About Joel Pfeffer
Joel Pfeffer is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Joel Pfeffer is recognized in the following practice area:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Immigration Law
Current Firm: Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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