Atty. David John Rude

Atty. David John Rude

David John Rude is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, appeals, banking and 14 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.

San Jose San Jose 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About David John Rude at a glance

David John Rude is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at David Rude. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1973) and California U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California and (1975). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1972) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California State Bar of Michigan The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David John Rude is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, appeals, banking and 14 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • David practices at David Rude in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David John Rude's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate 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 San Jose 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 David John Rude

Where is David John Rude's law office located?
David John Rude's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is David Rude. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David John Rude handle?
David John Rude focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David John Rude practiced law?
David John Rude has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did David John Rude go to law school?
David John Rude earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact David John Rude for a consultation?
You can contact David John Rude directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David John Rude received?
David John Rude's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1972
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1973
California U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of California and
Admitted: 1975

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