Matt Braunel
About Matt Braunel
Matt Braunel is a lawyer based in St. Louis, MO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Matt Braunel is recognized in the following practice areas:
- St. Louis, Missouri
- Copyright Law
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Thompson Coburn LLP
Education: Saint Louis University, J.D., graduated 2001
Location: St. Louis, MO
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