John F. Shelley
About John F. Shelley
John F. Shelley is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. John F. Shelley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Tax Law
- Trusts and Estates
Current Firm: Squire Patton Boggs
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968, and Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1968
Location: Cleveland, OH
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