John P. Zelbst
About John P. Zelbst
John P. Zelbst is a lawyer based in Lawton, OK and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. John P. Zelbst is recognized in the following practice area:
- Lawton, Oklahoma
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Zelbst, Holmes & Butler
Education: University of Tulsa, J.D., graduated 1980
Location: Lawton, OK
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