Atty. J Michael Keyes
J Michael Keyes is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, appellate, constitutional and governmental litigation and 8 other areas of law. J received a B.M. degree from Loyola University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 28+ Years Experience
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About J Michael Keyes at a Glance
J Michael Keyes is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (1998), Idaho (2003), California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (2009), and New York (2013). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (LL.M. Gonzaga, 1999) and Loyola University (B.M., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Spokane County (Founding Member, Intellectual Property Section, 2004), Washington State (Chair Elect, Intellectual Property Section, 2005), American Bar Association, co-chair Copyright Litigation Committee, 2006. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About J Michael Keyes
- J Michael Keyes is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, appellate, constitutional and governmental litigation and 8 other areas of law
- J received a B.M. degree from Loyola University in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
- J practices at K&L Gates LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
J Michael Keyes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases J Michael Keyes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Patent Law in San Francisco
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Trademark Law in San Francisco
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Copyright Law in San Francisco
J Michael Keyes is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in San Francisco
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
J Michael Keyes is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
J Michael Keyes is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose J Michael Keyes
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 Michael Keyes's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
J Michael Keyes brings 28+ 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 Washington, Idaho, and California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington , J Michael Keyes 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 Michael Keyes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means J Michael Keyes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues J Michael Keyes Handles in San Francisco
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