Atty. Colin Daniel Chapman

Atty. Colin Daniel Chapman

Colin Daniel Chapman is a lawyer practicing licensing, strategic alliances, sales of goods and 6 other areas of law. Colin received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Colin Daniel Chapman at a glance

Colin Daniel Chapman is a Partner based in Redwood City, California, practicing at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1988). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1988) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1983). Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Colin Daniel Chapman is a lawyer practicing licensing, strategic alliances, sales of goods and 6 other areas of law
  • Colin received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Colin practices at Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Colin Daniel Chapman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Colin Daniel Chapman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate 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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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 Redwood City 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 Colin Daniel Chapman

Where is Colin Daniel Chapman's law office located?
Colin Daniel Chapman's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. The firm is Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Colin Daniel Chapman handle?
Colin Daniel Chapman focuses on contracts, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Colin Daniel Chapman practiced law?
Colin Daniel Chapman has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Colin Daniel Chapman go to law school?
Colin Daniel Chapman earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1983).
How can I contact Colin Daniel Chapman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1988
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1988

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