John C. Bell, Jr.
About John C. Bell, Jr.
John C. Bell, Jr. is a lawyer based in Augusta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1997. John C. Bell, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Augusta, Georgia
- Consumer Law
- Environmental Law
- Litigation - Environmental
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: The Bell Firm
Education: University of Georgia, J.D., graduated 1972
Location: Augusta, GA
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