Shawn D. Bersson
About Shawn D. Bersson
Shawn D. Bersson is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Shawn D. Bersson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Katz & Stefani LLC
Education: Chicago-Kent College of Law at IIT, J.D., graduated 2002
Location: Chicago, IL
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