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Patricia Clarke Benassi

9.6

Superb

10

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Practice Areas

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  • 40% Employment / Labor
  • 20% Sexual Harassment
  • 20% Discrimination
  • 20% Unknown

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David Alan Benckendorf

I have known Patricia for over 30 years. She is extremely intelligent and tenacious. When my wife had some issues in this area, she's who we called.

Endorsement from lawyer: David Benckendorf , 4 months ago

Résumé

 

License

42 years since Patricia Clarke Benassi was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1969 12/06/2011

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1969
University of Illinois College of Law 1968
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Illinois Leading Lawyer Award Illinois Leading Lawyers Network 2004
One of Top Ten Most Influential Women Lawyers in Illinois America Legal Media 2000
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Women in Management 1991-2006
Member Illinois State Bar Association 1980-2006
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Portfolio

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Discovery Strategies National Employment Lawyers Association 1997
Women's Legal Battles Illinois State Bar Association 1996
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