Michael L. Platt
About Michael L. Platt
Michael L. Platt is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Michael L. Platt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Corporate Law
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Cooley LLP
Education: University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1994
Location: Denver, CO
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