Atty. Brian Kao
Brian Kao is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property litigation, patent litigation and 1 other area of law. Brian received a B.E. degree from McGill University in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 19+ Years Experience
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About Brian Kao at a Glance
Brian Kao is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2007) and New York (2008). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 2007) and McGill University (B.E. Chemical, 2000). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Kao
- Brian Kao is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property litigation, patent litigation and 1 other area of law
- Brian received a B.E. degree from McGill University in 2000, and has been licensed for 19 years
- Brian practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in New York, NY
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Brian Kao's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Kao handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Patent Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Brian Kao
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 Kao's practice in the field of patent, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Kao brings 19+ 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 and New York, Brian Kao can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and litigation, Brian Kao can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Brian Kao 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 Kao Handles in New York
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