Atty. David C. Annis
David C. Annis is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution & counseling, patent litigation.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 20+ Years Experience
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About David C. Annis at a Glance
David C. Annis is an Associate based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Kilpatrick Townsend Stockton Llp. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2009), Washington (2011), and California (2014). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2006) and North Carolina State University (B.S. Mechanical, 2000). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David C. Annis
- David C. Annis is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution & counseling, patent litigation
- David received a B.S. degree from North Carolina State University in 2000, and has been licensed for 20 years
- David practices at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in San Francisco, CA
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David C. Annis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David C. Annis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Patent Law in San Francisco
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Intellectual Property in San Francisco
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 San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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 venue, 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose David C. Annis
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 David C. Annis's practice in the field of patent and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David C. Annis brings 20+ 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 North Carolina, Washington, and California, David C. Annis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent and ip, David C. Annis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means David C. Annis 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 David C. Annis Handles in San Francisco
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