John M. Polena
About John M. Polena
John M. Polena is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. John M. Polena is recognized in the following practice area:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Post & Schell PC
Education: University of Pittsburgh, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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