Mary C. Niehaus
About Mary C. Niehaus
Mary C. Niehaus is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Mary C. Niehaus is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Current Firm: Sidley Austin LLP
Education: Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1988 and Grinnell College, BA, graduated 1985
Location: Chicago, IL
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