Keiko L. Sugisaka
About Keiko L. Sugisaka
Keiko L. Sugisaka is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. Keiko L. Sugisaka is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Maslon LLP
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1996
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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