John R. Therien
About John R. Therien
John R. Therien is a lawyer based in Raleigh, NC and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. John R. Therien is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- Copyright Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett, Mitchell & Jernigan LLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 2005
Location: Raleigh, NC
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