Brian Paul
About Brian Paul
Brian Paul is a lawyer based in Tampa, FL and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2025. Brian Paul is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tampa, Florida
- Intellectual Property Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Shutts & Bowen LLP
Education: Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2018
Location: Tampa, FL
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