Atty. Bret Thomas Winterle

Atty. Bret Thomas Winterle

Bret Thomas Winterle is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property. Bret received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University of Science and Technology in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

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Profile Summary

About Bret Thomas Winterle at a glance

Bret Thomas Winterle is a Principal based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Fish & Richardson P.C.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2003), North Carolina Middle District Court U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Texas Southern District Court (2004), Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern District Court (2011), and Texas (2012). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2003) and Iowa State University of Science and Technology (B.S. Mechanical, 2000). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Bret Thomas Winterle is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property
  • Bret received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University of Science and Technology in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Bret practices at Fish & Richardson P.C. in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Bret Thomas Winterle's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bret Thomas Winterle handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bret Thomas Winterle

Where is Bret Thomas Winterle's law office located?
Bret Thomas Winterle's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Fish & Richardson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bret Thomas Winterle handle?
Bret Thomas Winterle focuses on ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Bret Thomas Winterle practiced law?
Bret Thomas Winterle has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Bret Thomas Winterle go to law school?
Bret Thomas Winterle earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.S. Mechanical, 2000).
How can I contact Bret Thomas Winterle for a consultation?
You can contact Bret Thomas Winterle directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Bret Thomas Winterle received?
Bret Thomas Winterle's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2003
B.S. Mechanical
Iowa State University of Science and Technology
- 2000

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2003
North Carolina Middle District Court U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Texas Southern District Court
Admitted: 2004
Texas Eastern District Court Texas Northern District Court
Admitted: 2011
Texas
Admitted: 2012

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