Matthew L. Woods
About Matthew L. Woods
Matthew L. Woods is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Matthew L. Woods is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Antitrust Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Robins Kaplan LLP
Education: Duke University, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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