Michael J. "Mike" O'Callaghan
About Michael J. O'Callaghan
Michael J. O'Callaghan is a lawyer based in Columbus, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Michael J. O'Callaghan is recognized in the following practice area:
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Columbus, Ohio
- Environmental Law
Current Firm: Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP
Education: University of Detroit Mercy, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Columbus, OH
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