Atty. James Kenneth Cleland

Atty. James Kenneth Cleland

James Kenneth Cleland is a lawyer practicing appellate, chemical, copyright and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 29 yrs experience 29 year
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James Kenneth Cleland is a Shareholder based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, Northern Dist (2005). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Michigan (B.S. Chemical, 1994). Active member of Chicago Bar Association (Member, Young Lawyers Section) Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association (Member, Intellectual Property Section) American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • James Kenneth Cleland is a lawyer practicing appellate, chemical, copyright and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of Michigan in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Ann Arbor, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James Kenneth Cleland's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Kenneth Cleland handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Kenneth Cleland

Where is James Kenneth Cleland's law office located?
James Kenneth Cleland's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Brinks Gilson & Lione. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kenneth Cleland handle?
James Kenneth Cleland focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James Kenneth Cleland practiced law?
James Kenneth Cleland has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James Kenneth Cleland go to law school?
James Kenneth Cleland earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Chemical, 1994).
How can I contact James Kenneth Cleland for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1997
B.S. Chemical
University of Michigan
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. District Court, Northern Dist
Admitted: 2005

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