John W. Kozyak
About John W. Kozyak
John W. Kozyak is a lawyer based in Coral Gables, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1987. John W. Kozyak is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Coral Gables, Florida
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Litigation - Banking and Finance
- Litigation - Bankruptcy
Current Firm: Kozyak Tropin Throckmorton LLP
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1975
Location: Coral Gables, FL
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