Atty. Alan Michael Shafer

Atty. Alan Michael Shafer

Alan Michael Shafer is a lawyer practicing federal and state litigation, intellectual property, copyright and trademark. Alan received a B.A. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Palm Desert Palm Desert 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Alan Michael Shafer at a glance

Alan Michael Shafer is a trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation attorney based in Palm Desert, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Claims Court (1980). Educated at Loyola University of Los Angeles (J.D., 1977) and California State University at Northridge (B.A., 1974). Serands clients in Palm Desert, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Alan Michael Shafer is a lawyer practicing federal and state litigation, intellectual property, copyright and trademark
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from California State University at Northridge in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Alan practices in Palm Desert, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan Michael Shafer's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Palm Desert 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 Alan Michael Shafer

Where is Alan Michael Shafer's law office located?
Alan Michael Shafer's law practice is located in Palm Desert, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Michael Shafer handle?
Alan Michael Shafer focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Alan Michael Shafer practiced law?
Alan Michael Shafer has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Alan Michael Shafer go to law school?
Alan Michael Shafer earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Alan Michael Shafer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University of Los Angeles
- 1977
B.A.
California State University at Northridge
- 1974

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1980

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