Henry W. Root
About Henry W. Root
Henry W. Root is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Henry W. Root is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
- Entertainment Law - Music
Current Firm: Counsel LLP
Education: University of Denver, graduated 1982
Location: San Francisco, CA
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