Atty. David Neil Lathrop

Atty. David Neil Lathrop

David Neil Lathrop is a lawyer practicing international intellectual property, international patents, patent applications and 3 other areas of law. David received a degree from New York University in 1971, and has been licensed for 36 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About David Neil Lathrop at a glance

David Neil Lathrop is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Gallagher & Lathrop A Professional Corporation. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and international. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1990). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1990) and New York University (M.S.E.E. University, 1971). Active member of American Bar Association (Section of Intellectual Property Law) American Intellectual Property Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Neil Lathrop is a lawyer practicing international intellectual property, international patents, patent applications and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a degree from New York University in 1971, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices at Gallagher & Lathrop A Professional Corporation in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Neil Lathrop's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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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International Law

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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 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 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 Neil Lathrop

Where is David Neil Lathrop's law office located?
David Neil Lathrop's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Gallagher & Lathrop A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Neil Lathrop handle?
David Neil Lathrop focuses on patent, ip, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Neil Lathrop practiced law?
David Neil Lathrop has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David Neil Lathrop go to law school?
David Neil Lathrop earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (M.S.E.E. University, 1971).
How can I contact David Neil Lathrop for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1990
M.S.E.E. University
New York University
- 1971

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1990

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