Gary M. Elden
About Gary M. Elden
Gary M. Elden is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2005. Gary M. Elden is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1969
Location: Chicago, IL
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