Carl A. Kukkonen III
About Carl A. Kukkonen III
Carl A. Kukkonen III is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Carl A. Kukkonen III is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Copyright Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Jones Day
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: San Diego, CA
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