Kelly L. Smith
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021 About Kelly L. Smith
Kelly L. Smith is a lawyer based in Pittsburgh, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Kelly L. Smith is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Litigation - Insurance
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Post & Schell PC
Education: Duquesne University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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