Stephen L. "Steve" Chernof
About Stephen L. Chernof
Stephen L. Chernof is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Stephen L. Chernof is recognized in the following practice area:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Real Estate Law
Current Firm: Godfrey & Kahn SC
Education: University of Wisconsin–Madison, J.D., graduated 1968
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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