David C. McLauchlan
About David C. McLauchlan
David C. McLauchlan is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. David C. McLauchlan is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Insurance Law
Current Firm: The McLauchlan Law Group LLC
Education: University of Illinois Chicago, John Marshall Law School, J.D., graduated 1972
Location: Chicago, IL
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