Binal J. Patel
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018 About Binal J. Patel
Binal J. Patel is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Binal J. Patel is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Banner & Witcoff LTD
Education: Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Chicago, IL
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