Atty. Gary Scott Williams

Atty. Gary Scott Williams

Gary Scott Williams is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property law, employment & labor and 1 other area of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from Yale University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Gary Scott Williams at a glance

Gary Scott Williams is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1982). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1982) and Yale University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association Silicon Valley Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gary Scott Williams is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property law, employment & labor and 1 other area of law
  • Gary received a B.S. degree from Yale University in 1976, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Gary practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Gary Scott Williams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Scott Williams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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.

Gary Scott Williams is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

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 Palo Alto 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 Gary Scott Williams

Where is Gary Scott Williams's law office located?
Gary Scott Williams's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary Scott Williams handle?
Gary Scott Williams focuses on employment, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Gary Scott Williams practiced law?
Gary Scott Williams has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Gary Scott Williams go to law school?
Gary Scott Williams earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1976).
How can I contact Gary Scott Williams for a consultation?
You can contact Gary Scott Williams 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 Gary Scott Williams received?
Gary Scott Williams's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1982
B.S.
Yale University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1982

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