Shari Helft Lennon
About Shari Helft Lennon
Shari Helft Lennon is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Shari Helft Lennon is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: DLA Piper
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Chicago, IL
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