Steven "Steve" Shaber
About Steven Shaber
Steven Shaber is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Steven Shaber is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Administrative / Regulatory Law
- Corporate Law
- Government Relations Practice
- Health Care Law
- Litigation - Health Care
Current Firm: Poyner Spruill LLP
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1976, Wabash College, BA, graduated 1973, and Duke University, graduated 1976
Location: Raleigh, NC
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