Atty. F David LaRiviere

Atty. F David LaRiviere

F David LaRiviere is a lawyer practicing patent and trademark registration prosecution and related strategies, licensing and related intellectual property transactions, due diligence and 3 other areas of law. F received a B.S.E.E. degree from Stanford University in 1963, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Monterey Monterey 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About F David LaRiviere at a glance

F David LaRiviere is a Managing Partner based in Monterey, California, practicing at LaRiviere, Grubman & Payne, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trademark, business, real estate, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern and Central Districts of California (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1983). Educated at University of Santa Clara School of Law (J.D., 1972) and Stanford University (B.S.E.E., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • F David LaRiviere is a lawyer practicing patent and trademark registration prosecution and related strategies, licensing and related intellectual property transactions, due diligence and 3 other areas of law
  • F received a B.S.E.E. degree from Stanford University in 1963, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • F practices at LaRiviere, Grubman & Payne, LLP in Monterey, CA

Practice Areas Explained

F David LaRiviere's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Monterey 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 F David LaRiviere

Where is F David LaRiviere's law office located?
F David LaRiviere's law practice is located in Monterey, California. The firm is LaRiviere, Grubman & Payne, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does F David LaRiviere handle?
F David LaRiviere focuses on trademark, business, real estate, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has F David LaRiviere practiced law?
F David LaRiviere has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did F David LaRiviere go to law school?
F David LaRiviere earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S.E.E., 1963).
How can I contact F David LaRiviere for a consultation?
You can contact F David LaRiviere 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 F David LaRiviere received?
F David LaRiviere's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Santa Clara School of Law
- 1972
B.S.E.E.
Stanford University
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern and Central Districts of California
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004
Washington U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit registered to practice before U.S. and Canadian Pate
Admitted: 2005

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