Patrick J. Schultheis
About Patrick J. Schultheis
Patrick J. Schultheis is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Patrick J. Schultheis is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Education: University of Chicago, J.D., graduated 1998
Location: Seattle, WA
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