J. Thomas Vitt
About J. Thomas Vitt
J. Thomas Vitt is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. J. Thomas Vitt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: McCurdy Laud LLC
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1987
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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