Atty. Robert Combs Colwell

Atty. Robert Combs Colwell

Robert Combs Colwell is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution & counseling, international strategy, licensing and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Menlo Park Menlo Park 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Combs Colwell at a glance

Robert Combs Colwell is a Contract Attorney based in Menlo Park, California, practicing at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and international. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1973). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1973) and University of Kansas (B.S. Engineering, 1969). Serands clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Combs Colwell is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution & counseling, international strategy, licensing and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Kansas in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Robert practices at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in Menlo Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Combs Colwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Combs Colwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Menlo Park are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Combs Colwell

Where is Robert Combs Colwell's law office located?
Robert Combs Colwell's law practice is located in Menlo Park, California. The firm is Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Combs Colwell handle?
Robert Combs Colwell focuses on patent, ip, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Combs Colwell practiced law?
Robert Combs Colwell has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Robert Combs Colwell go to law school?
Robert Combs Colwell earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S. Engineering, 1969).
How can I contact Robert Combs Colwell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1973
B.S. Engineering
University of Kansas
- 1969

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1973

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