Matthew J. "Matt" Becker
About Matthew J. Becker
Matthew J. Becker is a lawyer based in Hartford, CT and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2015. Matthew J. Becker is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP
Education: Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, J.D., graduated 1991
Location: Hartford, CT
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