John E. Ottaviani
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018 About John E. Ottaviani
John E. Ottaviani is a lawyer based in Providence, RI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. John E. Ottaviani is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Providence, Rhode Island
- Copyright Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP
Education: Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Providence, RI
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