George W. Spellmire, Jr.
About George W. Spellmire, Jr.
George W. Spellmire, Jr. is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1995. George W. Spellmire, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Legal Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Spellmire Bruck LLP
Education: DePaul University, J.D., graduated 1974
Location: Chicago, IL
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