Eric W. Hilfers
About Eric W. Hilfers
Eric W. Hilfers is a lawyer based in New York, NY and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. Eric W. Hilfers is recognized in the following practice area:
- New York, New York
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: New York, NY
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