Atty. Bryan Christopher Smith

Atty. Bryan Christopher Smith

Bryan Christopher Smith is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property. Bryan received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Rochester Rochester 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Bryan Christopher Smith at a glance

Bryan Christopher Smith is a Partner based in Rochester, New York. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2007), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (2007), and U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (2008). Educated at Boston College Law School (J.D., 2006) and Hamilton College (B.A., 2002). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of New York State Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Rochester Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bryan Christopher Smith is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property
  • Bryan received a B.A. degree from Hamilton College in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Bryan practices in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Bryan Christopher Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bryan Christopher Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Where is Bryan Christopher Smith's law office located?
Bryan Christopher Smith's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bryan Christopher Smith handle?
Bryan Christopher Smith focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bryan Christopher Smith practiced law?
Bryan Christopher Smith has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Bryan Christopher Smith go to law school?
Bryan Christopher Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 2002).
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What awards or recognition has Bryan Christopher Smith received?
Bryan Christopher Smith's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Boston College Law School
- 2006
B.A.
Hamilton College
- 2002

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2008

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