John T. Pienkos
About John T. Pienkos
John T. Pienkos is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2024. John T. Pienkos is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Amundsen Davis LLC
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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