Michael J. Sacksteder
About Michael J. Sacksteder
Michael J. Sacksteder is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Michael J. Sacksteder is recognized in the following practice area:
- San Francisco, California
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Fenwick & West LLP
Education: Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1997
Location: San Francisco, CA
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