Atty. John Michael Collins

Atty. John Michael Collins

John Michael Collins is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution (both domestic and foreign), chemical, mechanical, biological and power electrical arts, patent and trade secret litigation. John received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Michael Collins at a glance

John Michael Collins is an Of Counsel based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Hovey Williams LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on patent and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972), Missouri (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Offic (1983). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1972) and Kansas State University (B.S., 1969). Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Collins is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution (both domestic and foreign), chemical, mechanical, biological and power electrical arts, patent and trade secret litigation
  • John received a B.S. degree from Kansas State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • John practices at Hovey Williams LLP in Overland Park, KS

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Collins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

Practicing law in Kansas. Legal matters in Kansas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Overland Park are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kansas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kansas 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 Kansas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Michael Collins

Where is John Michael Collins's law office located?
John Michael Collins's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Hovey Williams LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Collins handle?
John Michael Collins focuses on patent, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has John Michael Collins practiced law?
John Michael Collins has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John Michael Collins go to law school?
John Michael Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1969).
How can I contact John Michael Collins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1972
B.S.
Kansas State University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972
Missouri
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Offic
Admitted: 1983
Arizona
Admitted: 2004

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