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Atty. David Robert Merritt

Atty. David Robert Merritt

David Robert Merritt is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation & advocacy, trademark, copyright, advertising & media (t-cam). David received a B.A. degree from Bethel University, St.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 62 yrs experience 62 year
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About David Robert Merritt at a glance

David Robert Merritt is a trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation attorney based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Admitted to practice in New York (1964) and Minnesota US District Court For The District of Minnesota (2012). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota (B.A. Political, 2009). Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Robert Merritt is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation & advocacy, trademark, copyright, advertising & media (t-cam)
  • David received a B.A. degree from Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota in 2009, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • David practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Robert Merritt's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Civil Litigation

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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 Walnut Creek 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 Robert Merritt

Where is David Robert Merritt's law office located?
David Robert Merritt's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Robert Merritt handle?
David Robert Merritt focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Robert Merritt practiced law?
David Robert Merritt has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did David Robert Merritt go to law school?
David Robert Merritt earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.A. Political, 2009).
How can I contact David Robert Merritt for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2012
B.A. Political
Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota
- 2009

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1964
Minnesota US District Court For The District of Minnesota
Admitted: 2012

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