Atty. David Stephen Elkins

Atty. David Stephen Elkins

David Stephen Elkins is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology, copyrights, intellectual property litigation and 6 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About David Stephen Elkins at a glance

David Stephen Elkins is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on copyright, business, real estate, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second C (1990). Educated at University of California, Davis (J.D., 1990) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1986). Active member of State Bar of California (Intellectual Property Section) Federal Circuit Bar Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Stephen Elkins is a lawyer practicing intellectual property & technology, copyrights, intellectual property litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Palo Alto, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David Stephen Elkins's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright 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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Trade Secrets

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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 Palo Alto 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 Stephen Elkins

Where is David Stephen Elkins's law office located?
David Stephen Elkins's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Squire Patton Boggs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Stephen Elkins handle?
David Stephen Elkins focuses on copyright, business, real estate, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Stephen Elkins practiced law?
David Stephen Elkins has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David Stephen Elkins go to law school?
David Stephen Elkins earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact David Stephen Elkins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Davis
- 1990
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1986

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second C
Admitted: 1990

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