Gretchen L. Whaling
About Gretchen L. Whaling
Gretchen L. Whaling is a lawyer based in Columbus, OH and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Gretchen L. Whaling is recognized in the following practice area:
- Columbus, Ohio
- Commercial Litigation
Current Firm: Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Education: University of Virginia, J.D., graduated 2017
Location: Columbus, OH
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