Tanya Witt
About Tanya Witt
Tanya Witt is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. Tanya Witt is recognized in the following practice area:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Family Law
Current Firm: The Witt Law Firm PC
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Chicago, IL
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