David M. Barkan
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 About David M. Barkan
David M. Barkan is a lawyer based in Redwood City, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. David M. Barkan is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Redwood City, California
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Trade Secrets Law
Current Firm: Fish & Richardson PC
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1992 and Harvard University, AB, graduated 1987
Location: Redwood City, CA
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