Martin W. "Marty" Korman
About Martin W. Korman
Martin W. Korman is a lawyer based in Palo Alto, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Martin W. Korman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Palo Alto, California
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Education: Yale University, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Palo Alto, CA
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