Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 39+ Years Experience
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About E. Russell Tarleton at a Glance
E. Russell Tarleton is a Senior Partner based in Seattle, Washington. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, contracts, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (1987) and Utah (1992). Educated at University of Washington (M.S. Electrical, 1998) and University of Utah (J.D., 1986). Active member of Washington State Bar Utah State Bar American Intellectual Property Law Association International Trademark Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About E. Russell Tarleton
- Mr. E. Russell Tarleton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, trademarks and 11 other areas of law
- E. received a M.S. degree from University of Washington in 1998, and has been licensed for 39 years
- E. practices in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
E. Russell Tarleton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases E. Russell Tarleton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Patent Law in Seattle
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Trademark Law in Seattle
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Contracts in Seattle
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Copyright Law in Seattle
E. Russell Tarleton is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Washington →
Intellectual Property in Seattle
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
E. Russell Tarleton is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose E. Russell Tarleton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish E. Russell Tarleton's practice in the field of patent, trademark, contracts, copyright, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
E. Russell Tarleton brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Washington and Utah, E. Russell Tarleton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and contracts, E. Russell Tarleton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means E. Russell Tarleton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues E. Russell Tarleton Handles in Seattle
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