Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2025 About Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr.
Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr. is a lawyer based in Boston, MA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Stephen F.W. Ball, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
- Litigation - Patent
- Patent Law
Current Firm: Husch Blackwell LLP
Education: Vermont Law School, J.D.
Location: Boston, MA
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