Kevin M. Forde
About Kevin M. Forde
Kevin M. Forde is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1989. Kevin M. Forde is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Appellate Practice
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Securities
Current Firm: Forde & O'Meara LLP
Education: Loyola University Chicago, JD, graduated 1963, Marquette University, BS Accounting, graduated 1960, and Marquette University, graduated 1960
Location: Chicago, IL
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