Atty. David Peter Pitinga
David Peter Pitinga is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution, intellectual property law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Intellectual Property Law & More Attorney · Serving Sunnyvale, CA · 43+ Years Experience
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About David Peter Pitinga at a Glance
David Peter Pitinga is a Member based in Sunnyvale, California, practicing at Martine Penilla & Gencarella, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1983), California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2006), and District of Columbia (2007). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1983) and University of Colorado (B.A., 1978). Serves clients in Sunnyvale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Peter Pitinga
- David Peter Pitinga is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution, intellectual property law
- David received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Martine Penilla & Gencarella, LLP in Sunnyvale, CA
Practice Areas Explained
David Peter Pitinga's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Peter Pitinga handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Sunnyvale.
Patent Law in Sunnyvale
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Real Estate Law in Sunnyvale
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Sunnyvale
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 Sunnyvale
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 Sunnyvale 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.
Sunnyvale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Sunnyvale-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 Sunnyvale Choose David Peter Pitinga
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 Peter Pitinga's practice in the field of patent, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Peter Pitinga brings 43+ 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 Colorado, California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and District of Columbia, David Peter Pitinga can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, real estate, and ip, David Peter Pitinga can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Sunnyvale
A Sunnyvale-based practice means David Peter Pitinga attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Peter Pitinga Handles in Sunnyvale
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