Ava Lutz
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026 About Ava Lutz
Ava Lutz is a lawyer based in Wilmington, DE and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Ava Lutz is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel LLP
Education: Widener University – Delaware Law School, J.D.
Location: Wilmington, DE
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