Atty. Donald Jon Putterman

Atty. Donald Jon Putterman

Donald Jon Putterman is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, civil litigation, appeals and 2 other areas of law. Donald received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Donald Jon Putterman at a glance

Donald Jon Putterman is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Putterman | Yu | Wang LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at University of California’s Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Ninth Circuit Franklin v, Terr (9th Cir. 2000) 201 F, and 3d 1098 Transure v. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald Jon Putterman is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, civil litigation, appeals and 2 other areas of law
  • Donald received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Donald practices at Putterman | Yu | Wang LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Donald Jon Putterman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald Jon Putterman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Donald Jon Putterman is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 San Francisco 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 Donald Jon Putterman

Where is Donald Jon Putterman's law office located?
Donald Jon Putterman's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Putterman | Yu | Wang LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald Jon Putterman handle?
Donald Jon Putterman focuses on ip, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Donald Jon Putterman practiced law?
Donald Jon Putterman has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Donald Jon Putterman go to law school?
Donald Jon Putterman earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact Donald Jon Putterman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Donald Jon Putterman received?
Donald Jon Putterman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California’s Hastings College of the Law
- 1979
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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