Scott Downing
About Scott Downing
Scott Downing is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Scott Downing is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Health Care Law
Current Firm: Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Chicago, IL
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