Thomas A. "Tom" Coll
About Thomas A. Coll
Thomas A. Coll is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Thomas A. Coll is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- Corporate Law
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Cooley LLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1989
Location: San Diego, CA
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