Atty. Hans Peter Smith

Atty. Hans Peter Smith

Hans Peter Smith is a lawyer practicing biotechnology, chemical, & pharmaceutical and 9 other areas of law. Hans received a degree from Thomas R.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 16 Years Experience 16 year

Profile Summary

About Hans Peter Smith at a glance

Hans Peter Smith is an Associate based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Baker & Hostetler LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2010), Pennsylvania (2012), New Jersey US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania (2012), and California (2015). Educated at Keck Graduate Institute, School of Applied Life Sciences (Drexel University, 2009) and Thomas R. Kline School of Law -Drexel University, Philadelphia PA California Institute of Technology (B.S., 2005). Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hans Peter Smith is a lawyer practicing biotechnology, chemical, & pharmaceutical and 9 other areas of law
  • Hans received a degree from Thomas R. Kline School of Law -Drexel University, Philadelphia PA, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Hans practices at Baker & Hostetler LLP in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Hans Peter Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Hans Peter Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Copyright 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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Civil Litigation

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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 Costa Mesa 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 venue, 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 Hans Peter Smith

Where is Hans Peter Smith's law office located?
Hans Peter Smith's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Baker & Hostetler LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hans Peter Smith handle?
Hans Peter Smith focuses on copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Hans Peter Smith practiced law?
Hans Peter Smith has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Hans Peter Smith go to law school?
Hans Peter Smith earned their education at (Drexel University, 2009); (B.S., 2005).
How can I contact Hans Peter Smith for a consultation?
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Education

Drexel University
Keck Graduate Institute, School of Applied Life Sciences
- 2009
B.S.
Thomas R. Kline School of Law -Drexel University, Philadelphia PA California Institute of Technology
- 2005

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2010
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2012
New Jersey US District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2012
California
Admitted: 2015

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