Jennifer Neilsson
About Jennifer Neilsson
Jennifer Neilsson is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Jennifer Neilsson is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: King & Spalding LLP
Education: Southern Methodist University, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Chicago, IL
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