John S. Worden
About John S. Worden
John S. Worden is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. John S. Worden is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Venable LLP
Education: Seattle University, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: San Francisco, CA
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