Jake Ryan
About Jake Ryan
Jake Ryan is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Jake Ryan is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
Current Firm: Latham & Watkins LLP
Education: The University of Iowa, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: San Francisco, CA
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