Valerie J. Hoffman
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022 About Valerie J. Hoffman
Valerie J. Hoffman is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Valerie J. Hoffman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Education: Boston College Law School, J.D., graduated 1978
Location: Chicago, IL
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