John A. "Jack" Clifford
About John A. Clifford
John A. Clifford is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2013. John A. Clifford is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Advertising Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Patent Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Merchant & Gould PC
Education: Creighton University, J.D., graduated 1981
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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