Atty. Dean D. Small

Atty. Dean D. Small

Dean D. Small is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights.

St. Louis St. Louis 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Dean D. Small at a glance

Dean D. Small is a Founder and Partner based in St. Louis, Missouri, practicing at The Small Patent Law Group. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, and copyright. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1993) and Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1996). Educated at Catholic University of America (J.D., 1993) and University of Missouri, Columbia (B.S.E.E., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Metropolitan Bar Association of St and Louis Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Missouri Bar American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in St. Louis, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dean D. Small is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights
  • Dean D. received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Missouri, Columbia in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Dean D. practices at The Small Patent Law Group in St. Louis, MO

Practice Areas Explained

Dean D. Small's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean D. Small 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Louis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri 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 Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dean D. Small

Where is Dean D. Small's law office located?
Dean D. Small's law practice is located in St. Louis, Missouri. The firm is The Small Patent Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean D. Small handle?
Dean D. Small focuses on patent, trademark, copyright. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Dean D. Small practiced law?
Dean D. Small has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Dean D. Small go to law school?
Dean D. Small earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.E.E., 1988).
How can I contact Dean D. Small for a consultation?
You can contact Dean D. Small directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Dean D. Small received?
Dean D. Small's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America
- 1993
B.S.E.E.
University of Missouri, Columbia
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1993
Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1996

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