John M. Wirtshafter
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2015 About John M. Wirtshafter
John M. Wirtshafter is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. John M. Wirtshafter is recognized in the following practice area:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: McDonald Hopkins LLC
Education: Case Western Reserve University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Cleveland, OH
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