John B. Bechtol
About John B. Bechtol
John B. Bechtol is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. John B. Bechtol is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Current Firm: Metz Lewis Brodman Must O'Keefe LLC
Education: Duquesne University, J.D., graduated 1979
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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