Katherine H. Oblak
About Katherine H. Oblak
Katherine H. Oblak is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2024. Katherine H. Oblak is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Sheppard
Location: Chicago, IL
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