Franklin D. "Frank" Ubell
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2010 About Franklin D. Ubell
Franklin D. Ubell is a lawyer based in Irvine, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2010. Franklin D. Ubell is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Irvine, California
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Lapple Ubell IP Law LLP
Education: The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1975
Location: Irvine, CA
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