Atty. Boris Zelkind
Boris Zelkind is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patents, trademarks and 4 other areas of law. Boris received a B.S. degree from University of Minnesota in 1991, and .
Intellectual Property Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA
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About Boris Zelkind at a Glance
Boris Zelkind is a patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets attorney based in San Diego, California. Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of Minnesota (B.S. Aerospace, 1991). Active member of S and District Court of the Southern District of California - Former Lawyer Representative •Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International, Silicon Valley Chapter •Association of Corporate Counsel, San Diego Chapter - IP Roundtable Group Sponsor. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Boris Zelkind
- Boris Zelkind is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patents, trademarks and 4 other areas of law
- Boris received a B.S. degree from University of Minnesota in 1991, and
- Boris practices in San Diego, CA
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Boris Zelkind's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Boris Zelkind handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Patent Law in San Diego
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Trademark Law in San Diego
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Copyright Law in San Diego
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Intellectual Property in San Diego
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Trade Secrets in San Diego
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
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 San Diego 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 venue, 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Diego Choose Boris Zelkind
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Boris Zelkind's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Boris Zelkind can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Boris Zelkind attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Boris Zelkind Handles in San Diego
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