Atty. Christopher Russell Smith

Atty. Christopher Russell Smith

Christopher Russell Smith is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, trademark infringement and 1 other area of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About Christopher Russell Smith at a glance

Christopher Russell Smith is an Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Lindquist And Vennum Llp. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Minnesota US District Court, District of Minnesota (2004). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 2004) and Indiana University B.A. English and Eastern Philosophy Indiana University B.A. magna cum laude University of Maine M.A. English University of Maine M.A. magna cum laude (—). Active member of Federal Bar Association Federal Circuit Bar Association Minnesota State Bar Association Hennepin County Bar Association American Bar Association Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Russell Smith is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation, trademark infringement and 1 other area of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Christopher practices at Lindquist & Vennum LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Russell Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Russell Smith

Where is Christopher Russell Smith's law office located?
Christopher Russell Smith's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Lindquist And Vennum Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Russell Smith handle?
Christopher Russell Smith focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Christopher Russell Smith practiced law?
Christopher Russell Smith has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Christopher Russell Smith go to law school?
Christopher Russell Smith earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (—).
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Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 2004
Indiana University B.A. English and Eastern Philosophy Indiana University B.A. magna cum laude University of Maine M.A. English University of Maine M.A. magna cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Minnesota US District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 2004

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