Atty. Daniel Thomas Shvodian

Atty. Daniel Thomas Shvodian

Daniel Thomas Shvodian is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, itc section 337 actions, intellectual property law. Daniel received a B.S.E.E. degree from Bucknell University in 1987, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Daniel Thomas Shvodian at a glance

Daniel Thomas Shvodian is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of Californ (1996). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Bucknell University (B.S.E.E., 1987). Active member of American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association Silicon Valley Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Daniel Thomas Shvodian is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, itc section 337 actions, intellectual property law
  • Daniel received a B.S.E.E. degree from Bucknell University in 1987, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Daniel practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Daniel Thomas Shvodian's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Real Estate 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 Palo Alto 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 Daniel Thomas Shvodian

Where is Daniel Thomas Shvodian's law office located?
Daniel Thomas Shvodian's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Daniel Thomas Shvodian handle?
Daniel Thomas Shvodian focuses on patent, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Daniel Thomas Shvodian practiced law?
Daniel Thomas Shvodian has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Daniel Thomas Shvodian go to law school?
Daniel Thomas Shvodian earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S.E.E., 1987).
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1996
B.S.E.E.
Bucknell University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Central, Eastern, Northern and Southern Districts of Californ
Admitted: 1996

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