William R. Allen PhD
About William R. Allen PhD
William R. Allen PhD is a lawyer based in Cincinnati, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. William R. Allen PhD is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Patent Law
- Technology Law
Current Firm: Thompson Hine LLP
Education: The University of Tennessee, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Cincinnati, OH
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