John S. Siffert
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006 About John S. Siffert
John S. Siffert is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. John S. Siffert is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP
Education: Amherst College, B.A., cum laude, graduated 1969 and Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1972
Location: New York, NY
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