Atty. Brett Michael Schuman

Atty. Brett Michael Schuman

Brett Michael Schuman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent litigation, strategic technology transactions and licensing and 8 other areas of law. Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Brett Michael Schuman at a glance

Brett Michael Schuman is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Goodwin Procter LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court for the C (1997). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1996) and University of Michigan (B.A. Phi, 1993). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brett Michael Schuman is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent litigation, strategic technology transactions and licensing and 8 other areas of law
  • Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Brett practices at Goodwin Procter LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brett Michael Schuman's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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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 San Francisco 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 Brett Michael Schuman

Where is Brett Michael Schuman's law office located?
Brett Michael Schuman's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Goodwin Procter LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett Michael Schuman handle?
Brett Michael Schuman focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brett Michael Schuman practiced law?
Brett Michael Schuman has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Brett Michael Schuman go to law school?
Brett Michael Schuman earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Phi, 1993).
How can I contact Brett Michael Schuman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1996
B.A. Phi
University of Michigan
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California U.S. District Court for the C
Admitted: 1997

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