Philip S. "Phil" Kushner
About Philip S. Kushner
Philip S. Kushner is a lawyer based in Cleveland, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Philip S. Kushner is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Commercial Litigation
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Kushner & Hamed Co., LPA
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1985 and Yale University, B.A., graduated 1981
Location: Cleveland, OH
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