Peter Gerstenzang
About Peter Gerstenzang
Peter Gerstenzang is a lawyer based in Albany, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Peter Gerstenzang is recognized in the following practice area:
- Albany, New York
- DUI / DWI Defense
Current Firm: Gerstenzang, Sills, Cohn & Gerstenzang
Education: Albany Law School of Union University, J.D., graduated 1972
Location: Albany, NY
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