Meenakshi "Meena" Datta
About Meenakshi Datta
Meenakshi Datta is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Meenakshi Datta is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: Sidley Austin LLP
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 2003
Location: Chicago, IL
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