Shehla Syed
About Shehla Syed
Shehla Syed is a lawyer based in Beverly, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Shehla Syed is recognized in the following practice area:
- Beverly, Massachusetts
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
Current Firm: West Hill Technology Counsel
Education: University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 2009
Location: Beverly, MA
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