Simon C. Root
About Simon C. Root
Simon C. Root is a lawyer based in Minneapolis, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Simon C. Root is recognized in the following practice area:
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Current Firm: Fredrikson & Byron PA
Education: University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Minneapolis, MN
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