Atty. J. Derek Vandenburgh

Atty. J. Derek Vandenburgh

J. Derek Vandenburgh is a lawyer practicing appeals, intellectual property litigation.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Derek Vandenburgh at a glance

J. Derek Vandenburgh is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Carlson, Caspers, Vandenburgh & Lindquist. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on ip and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1992). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1989) and Iowa State University (B.S. Physics, 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Intellectual Property Law Association Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Derek Vandenburgh is a lawyer practicing appeals, intellectual property litigation
  • J. received a B.S. degree from Iowa State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • J. practices at Carlson, Caspers, Vandenburgh & Lindquist in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

J. Derek Vandenburgh's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J. Derek Vandenburgh handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

J. Derek Vandenburgh is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about J. Derek Vandenburgh

Where is J. Derek Vandenburgh's law office located?
J. Derek Vandenburgh's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Carlson, Caspers, Vandenburgh & Lindquist. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Derek Vandenburgh handle?
J. Derek Vandenburgh focuses on ip, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has J. Derek Vandenburgh practiced law?
J. Derek Vandenburgh has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did J. Derek Vandenburgh go to law school?
J. Derek Vandenburgh earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Physics, 1985).
How can I contact J. Derek Vandenburgh for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has J. Derek Vandenburgh received?
J. Derek Vandenburgh's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1989
B.S. Physics
Iowa State University
- 1985

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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