Atty. James M. Ritchey

Atty. James M. Ritchey

James M. Ritchey is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, chemistry, biochemistry and 1 other area of law.

Sacramento Sacramento 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About James M. Ritchey at a glance

James M. Ritchey is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at O'Banion & Ritchey LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on patent. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tr (1985). Educated at McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1985) and University of Redlands (B.S. Northwestern, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James M. Ritchey is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, chemistry, biochemistry and 1 other area of law
  • James M. received a B.S. degree from University of Redlands in 1969, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • James M. practices at O'Banion & Ritchey LLP in Sacramento, CA

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James M. Ritchey's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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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 Sacramento 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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Where is James M. Ritchey's law office located?
James M. Ritchey's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is O'Banion & Ritchey LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Ritchey handle?
James M. Ritchey focuses on patent. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James M. Ritchey practiced law?
James M. Ritchey has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did James M. Ritchey go to law school?
James M. Ritchey earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.S. Northwestern, 1969).
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What awards or recognition has James M. Ritchey received?
James M. Ritchey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of the Law, University of the Pacific
- 1985
B.S. Northwestern
University of Redlands
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tr
Admitted: 1985

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