David P. Mattern
About David P. Mattern
David P. Mattern is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. David P. Mattern is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Intellectual Property Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
Current Firm: King & Spalding LLP
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 2013
Location: Washington, DC
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