Steven M. "Steve" Puritz
About Steven M. Puritz
Steven M. Puritz is a lawyer based in Tallahassee, FL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Steven M. Puritz is recognized in the following practice area:
- Tallahassee, Florida
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Pennington PA
Education: Florida State University, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Tallahassee, FL
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