Lee F. Johnston
About Lee F. Johnston
Lee F. Johnston is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2012. Lee F. Johnston is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Haynes and Boone LLP
Education: Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: Denver, CO
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