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Nilofer Umar Named to Chicago United’s 2025 BLCs
August 22, 2025
Nilofer Umar, a partner in Sidley’s Chicago office, has been named by Chicago United to its 2025 BLC list. The recognition honors business leaders in Chicago from a range of industries and sectors who are “ready to step into corporate directorships in Chicago and beyond.”
Nilofer leads teams in representing public and private companies, boards of directors and officers in high-stakes commercial litigation and investigations, including federal securities class actions, shareholder derivative suits, M&A litigation, contract disputes, special committee investigations, and in response to shareholder demands.
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