Atty. David Carl Ripma

Atty. David Carl Ripma

Mr. David Carl Ripma is a lawyer practicing general practice, patent/trademark/copyright.

Vancouver Vancouver 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (564) 227-1651 Book Appointment

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About David Carl Ripma at a glance

David Carl Ripma is a Sharp Labs of America Inc. based in Vancouver, Washington. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trademark and copyright. Admitted to practice in California (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1983), and Oregon (1990). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1976) and University of Michigan (B.S.E.E., 1971). Serands clients in Vancouver, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. David Carl Ripma is a lawyer practicing general practice, patent/trademark/copyright
  • David received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • David practices in Vancouver, WA

Practice Areas Explained

David Carl Ripma's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Carl Ripma handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Where is David Carl Ripma's law office located?
David Carl Ripma's law practice is located in Vancouver, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Carl Ripma handle?
David Carl Ripma focuses on trademark, copyright. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has David Carl Ripma practiced law?
David Carl Ripma has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did David Carl Ripma go to law school?
David Carl Ripma earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.S.E.E., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1976
B.S.E.E.
University of Michigan
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1983
Oregon
Admitted: 1990
Washington
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2005

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