Atty. Harold John McElhinny

Atty. Harold John McElhinny

Harold John McElhinny is a lawyer practicing trials, intellectual property litigation, patent litigation and 7 other areas of law. Harold received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Harold John McElhinny at a glance

Harold John McElhinny is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Morrison & Foerster LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, class action, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Santa Clara University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Harold John McElhinny is a lawyer practicing trials, intellectual property litigation, patent litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Harold received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Harold practices at Morrison & Foerster LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Harold John McElhinny's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Harold John McElhinny handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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Class Action

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Trade Secrets

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 San Francisco 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 Harold John McElhinny

Where is Harold John McElhinny's law office located?
Harold John McElhinny's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Morrison & Foerster LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Harold John McElhinny handle?
Harold John McElhinny focuses on patent, ip, class action, trade secrets, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Harold John McElhinny practiced law?
Harold John McElhinny has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Harold John McElhinny go to law school?
Harold John McElhinny earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Harold John McElhinny for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Harold John McElhinny received?
Harold John McElhinny's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley, School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Santa Clara University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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