Atty. Christopher Michael Hapka

Atty. Christopher Michael Hapka

Christopher Michael Hapka is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property litigation, patent litigation and 6 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1995, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 22 Years Experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Michael Hapka at a glance

Christopher Michael Hapka is an Attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, estate planning, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Easter (2004), Washington (2006), and Pennsylvania (2006). Educated at Columbia University Law School (J.D., 2003) and Yale University (B.A. English, 1995). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Michael Hapka is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property litigation, patent litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1995, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Christopher practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Michael Hapka's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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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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 Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Michael Hapka

Where is Christopher Michael Hapka's law office located?
Christopher Michael Hapka's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Michael Hapka handle?
Christopher Michael Hapka focuses on patent, trademark, estate planning, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Christopher Michael Hapka practiced law?
Christopher Michael Hapka has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Christopher Michael Hapka go to law school?
Christopher Michael Hapka earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. English, 1995).
How can I contact Christopher Michael Hapka for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University Law School
- 2003
B.A. English
Yale University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court for the Easter
Admitted: 2004
Washington
Admitted: 2006
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2006

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