John D. Lanza
About John D. Lanza
John D. Lanza is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. John D. Lanza is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Information Technology Law
- Patent Law
- Technology Law
Current Firm: Foley Hoag LLP
Education: Northeastern University, J.D., graduated 1995, Georgia Institute of Technology, B.E.E., and Georgia Institute of Technology, M.S.E.E.
Location: Boston, MA
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