Dirk Jestaedt
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 About Dirk Jestaedt
Dirk Jestaedt is a lawyer based in Düsseldorf, DE and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Germany™ since 2013. Dirk Jestaedt is recognized in the following practice area:
- Düsseldorf, Germany
- Intellectual Property Law
Current Firm: Krieger Mes & Graf v. der Groeben
Location: Düsseldorf, DE
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