Edward D. "Ed" Lanquist, Jr.
About Edward D. Lanquist, Jr.
Edward D. Lanquist, Jr. is a lawyer based in Nashville, TN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Edward D. Lanquist, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Copyright Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
- Trade Secrets Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: Nashville, TN
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