Jane Michaels
About Jane Michaels
Jane Michaels is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 1991. Jane Michaels is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Holland & Hart LLP
Education: Harvard University, M.A.T. and Wellesley College, BA
Location: Denver, CO
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