Atty. Brian I Marcus
Brian I Marcus is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademark law and 5 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S.M.E. degree from Tufts University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 37+ Years Experience
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About Brian I Marcus at a Glance
Brian I Marcus is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Vierra Magen Marcus Harmon And Deniro Llp. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Connecticut registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1989), New York (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal and Ninth Ci (1992), and California (1993). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1989) and Tufts University (B.S.M.E., 1985). Active member of San Francisco Bar Association State Bar of California (Member, Intellectual Property Section) San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian I Marcus
- Brian I Marcus is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademark law and 5 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.S.M.E. degree from Tufts University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Brian practices at Vierra Magen Marcus Harmon & DeNiro LLP in San Francisco, CA
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Brian I Marcus's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian I Marcus handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Patent Law in San Francisco
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Trademark Law in San Francisco
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Copyright Law in San Francisco
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Real Estate Law in San Francisco
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Brian I Marcus is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Brian I Marcus is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 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 Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 Francisco Choose Brian I Marcus
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 Brian I Marcus's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian I Marcus brings 37+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, New York, and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal and Ninth Ci, Brian I Marcus can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Brian I Marcus can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Brian I Marcus 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 Brian I Marcus Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian I Marcus has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian I Marcus directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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