Atty. J Mark Smith
J Mark Smith is a lawyer practicing ip and ip litigation, trade secret, computer law and 13 other areas of law. J received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.
Computer Law & More Attorney · Serving Boulder, CO · 54+ Years Experience
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About J Mark Smith at a Glance
J Mark Smith is a Special Counsel based in Boulder, Colorado, practicing at Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Colorado registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1972) and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, U.S. Court of Appea (1972). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1972) and University of Colorado (B.S. Engineering, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Denver Bar Association. Serves clients in Boulder, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J Mark Smith
- J Mark Smith is a lawyer practicing ip and ip litigation, trade secret, computer law and 13 other areas of law
- J received a B.S. degree from University of Colorado in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- J practices at Berg Hill Greenleaf & Ruscitti LLP in Boulder, CO
Practice Areas Explained
J Mark Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Mark Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boulder.
Patent Law in Boulder
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Trademark Law in Boulder
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Copyright Law in Boulder
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Business & Corporate Law in Boulder
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
J Mark Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Colorado →
Intellectual Property in Boulder
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
J Mark Smith is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boulder
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boulder are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado 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 Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boulder Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boulder-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boulder Choose J Mark Smith
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish J Mark Smith's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J Mark Smith brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Colorado registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and U.S. District Court, District of Colorado, U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit, U.S. Court of Appea, J Mark Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, J Mark Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boulder
A Boulder-based practice means J Mark Smith attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues J Mark Smith Handles in Boulder
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters J Mark Smith has experience with under Colorado law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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