Michael L. "Mike" Schechter
About Michael L. Schechter
Michael L. Schechter is a lawyer based in St. Louis, MO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Michael L. Schechter is recognized in the following practice area:
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Family Law
Current Firm: Capes, Sokol, Goodman & Sarachan PC
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, J.D., graduated 1991 and Washington University in St. Louis, BA, graduated 1985
Location: St. Louis, MO
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