John D. Vandenberg
About John D. Vandenberg
John D. Vandenberg is a lawyer based in Portland, OR and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. John D. Vandenberg is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Portland, Oregon
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Klarquist Sparkman LLP
Education: New York University, J.D., graduated 1983
Location: Portland, OR
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