Nicholas A. "Nick" Kees
About Nicholas A. Kees
Nicholas A. Kees is a lawyer based in Milwaukee, WI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Nicholas A. Kees is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
- Trademark Law
Current Firm: Godfrey & Kahn SC
Education: Marquette University, J.D., graduated 1930
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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