Atty. Douglas J. Kline

Atty. Douglas J. Kline

Douglas J. Kline is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property litigation, intellectual property and 1 other area of law.

Boston Boston 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas J. Kline at a glance

Douglas J. Kline is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Goodwin Procter LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Eastern District o (1990). Educated at Suffolk University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Tufts University (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas J. Kline is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property litigation, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
  • Douglas received a B.S. degree from Tufts University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Douglas practices at Goodwin Procter LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas J. Kline's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas J. Kline handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas J. Kline

Where is Douglas J. Kline's law office located?
Douglas J. Kline's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Goodwin Procter LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas J. Kline handle?
Douglas J. Kline focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Douglas J. Kline practiced law?
Douglas J. Kline has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Douglas J. Kline go to law school?
Douglas J. Kline earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Douglas J. Kline for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Douglas J. Kline received?
Douglas J. Kline's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Suffolk University School of Law
- 1990
B.S.
Tufts University
- 1984

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Eastern District o
Admitted: 1990

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