Atty. David Paton Gardner

Atty. David Paton Gardner

David Paton Gardner is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.

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About David Paton Gardner at a glance

David Paton Gardner is a Member based in Petaluma, California, practicing at Law Offices of David P. Gardner. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985), California (1986), and US District Court, Northern, Central, Eastern Districts of California (1986). Educated at University of San Francisco Law School (J.D., 2015) and University of California at Santa Cruz (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Petaluma, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Paton Gardner is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Law Offices of David P. Gardner in Petaluma, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Paton Gardner's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate 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 Petaluma 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 Paton Gardner

Where is David Paton Gardner's law office located?
David Paton Gardner's law practice is located in Petaluma, California. The firm is Law Offices of David P. Gardner. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Paton Gardner handle?
David Paton Gardner focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Paton Gardner practiced law?
David Paton Gardner has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Paton Gardner go to law school?
David Paton Gardner earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact David Paton Gardner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco Law School
- 2015
B.A.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
California
Admitted: 1986
US District Court, Northern, Central, Eastern Districts of California
Admitted: 1986

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