Steven J. McCool
About Steven J. McCool
Steven J. McCool is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Steven J. McCool is recognized in the following practice area:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: McGuireWoods LLP
Education: American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 1989 and Dickinson College, BA, graduated 1986
Location: Washington, DC
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