Durward "Jim" Gehring
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021 About Durward Gehring
Durward Gehring is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Durward Gehring is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1977
Location: Chicago, IL
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