Katherine Kieckhafer
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026 About Katherine Kieckhafer
Katherine Kieckhafer is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Katherine Kieckhafer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Appellate Practice
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
Current Firm: Goldman Ismail Tomaselli Brennan & Baum LLP
Education: University of Florida, J.D., graduated 2015
Location: Chicago, IL
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