John M. Schwolsky
About John M. Schwolsky
John M. Schwolsky is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. John M. Schwolsky is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
Education: Cornell University, J.D., graduated 1985 and Yale University, BA, graduated 1982
Location: New York, NY
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