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Neal Gerber Eisenberg Announces Promotion of Mandi Wolfman to Partner in Litigation & Disputes Practice Group

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is pleased to announce that Amanda (Mandi) Wolfman has been promoted to partner in the firm’s Litigation & Disputes practice group, effective January 1, 2026.

With more than a decade of litigation experience, Mandi brings a unique blend of in-house counsel and law firm perspective to her work. Mandi’s practice involves defending the multifaceted interests of public and private corporations, particularly within the healthcare industry. She maintains a significant trial practice concerning payor-provider disputes.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mandi to the partnership,” said Managing Partner Robert G. Gerber. “She is a formidable advocate and a trusted advisor, who leads with uncommon empathy and passion, creating space where colleagues and clients feel seen and supported. Her judgment in hard moments and her generosity in everyday ones have made a lasting imprint on our culture.”

Mandi represents clients through legal and business challenges, with extensive experience in private arbitration and proceedings in state and federal courts. A former social worker, she previously served as General Counsel for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, where she led a team of over 100 attorneys and staff, shaping policy and navigating sensitive matters with precision and care. Her experience with both top-tier and boutique litigation firms enables her to swiftly identify client needs and deliver effective solutions.

“Mandi brings clarity to complex disputes and kindness to every interaction,” said Litigation & Disputes Practice Group Chair Tonya Newman. “Clients trust Mandi for her rigor, colleagues trust her for her heart. She models how to hold high standards and deep care at the same time, and our practice is better because of it.”

Known for her calm presence and collaborative style, Mandi is widely regarded as a culture carrier who helps teams perform at their best. She has held leadership positions with the Coalition of Women’s Initiatives in Law, Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation, Unsilence, and Equality Illinois and offers pro bono support on matters related to reproductive health care. Mandi earned her J.D. from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and holds both an M.S. and a B.A. in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

About NGE

Neal Gerber Eisenberg (NGE) is a leading law firm trusted by entrepreneurs, public companies, private businesses, and their owners to handle sophisticated legal matters. For forty years, NGE has built enduring partnerships with clients across the globe, delivering personalized counsel and practical solutions tailored to each unique need. More than one-third of the firm’s attorneys are recognized in the latest Best Lawyers in America listing. NGE represents numerous Fortune 100 companies, as well as many of the nation’s most respected private enterprises. The firm is also a valued advisor to startups and growth-stage companies, offering strategic counsel that evolves with their business.

Contacts

Alexis A. Johnson
Director of Marketing & Business Development
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
p: 312.269.3081
e: aajohnson@nge.com

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Contacts

Alexis A. Johnson
Director of Marketing & Business Development
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP
p: 312.269.3081
e: aajohnson@nge.com

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