Donald A. "Don" Tarkington
About Donald A. Tarkington
Donald A. Tarkington is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2017. Donald A. Tarkington is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Real Estate
Current Firm: Armstrong Teasdale LLP
Education: Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1983
Location: Chicago, IL
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