Catherine M. Masters
About Catherine M. Masters
Catherine M. Masters is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Catherine M. Masters is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Insurance Law
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Current Firm: ArentFox Schiff LLP
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: Chicago, IL
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