Thomas F. "Tom" Villeneuve
About Thomas F. Villeneuve
Thomas F. Villeneuve is a lawyer based in Redwood City, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2006. Thomas F. Villeneuve is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Redwood City, California
- Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- Technology Law
- Venture Capital Law
Current Firm: Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian LLP
Education: University of California Berkeley, J.D., graduated 1983
Location: Redwood City, CA
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