Atty. Gerald M. Kraai

Atty. Gerald M. Kraai

Gerald M. Kraai is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyrights, intellectual property audits and 7 other areas of law.

Overland Park Overland Park 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About Gerald M. Kraai at a glance

Gerald M. Kraai is a Partner based in Overland Park, Kansas, practicing at Lathrop Gage LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1967), Missouri (1981), and Kansas U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, Centr (2005). Educated at University of Iowa College of Law (J.D., 1967) and University of Iowa (B.S.I.E., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Overland Park, KS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerald M. Kraai is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyrights, intellectual property audits and 7 other areas of law
  • Gerald received a B.S.I.E. degree from University of Iowa in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Gerald practices at Lathrop Gage LLP in Overland Park, KS and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald M. Kraai's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald M. Kraai handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Gerald M. Kraai is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Kansas →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kansas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald M. Kraai

Where is Gerald M. Kraai's law office located?
Gerald M. Kraai's law practice is located in Overland Park, Kansas. The firm is Lathrop Gage LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald M. Kraai handle?
Gerald M. Kraai focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kansas.
How long has Gerald M. Kraai practiced law?
Gerald M. Kraai has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Gerald M. Kraai go to law school?
Gerald M. Kraai earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.S.I.E., 1964).
How can I contact Gerald M. Kraai for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald M. Kraai 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 Gerald M. Kraai received?
Gerald M. Kraai's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa College of Law
- 1967
B.S.I.E.
University of Iowa
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1967
Missouri
Admitted: 1981
Kansas U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh, Eighth, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, Centr
Admitted: 2005

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