Atty. James Macclatchi Duncan

Atty. James Macclatchi Duncan

James Macclatchi Duncan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyright law, trademark law and 1 other area of law. James received a degree from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About James Macclatchi Duncan at a glance

James Macclatchi Duncan is a trademark, copyright, business, ip, and litigation attorney based in Bakersfield, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in California (1992), U.S. District Court Eastern District of California (1993), U.S. District Court Northern District of California (1996), and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1999). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (JD, 1992) and New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (Bachelor, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships •Kern County Bar Association, 1993 - Present •United States Patent and Trademark Office, 1999 - Present •American Bar Association, 1999 - Present •Society of Petroleum Engineers of AIME, 1981 - Present. Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Macclatchi Duncan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, copyright law, trademark law and 1 other area of law
  • James received a degree from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in 1980, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Macclatchi Duncan's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Bakersfield 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Macclatchi Duncan

Where is James Macclatchi Duncan's law office located?
James Macclatchi Duncan's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Macclatchi Duncan handle?
James Macclatchi Duncan focuses on trademark, copyright, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Macclatchi Duncan practiced law?
James Macclatchi Duncan has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James Macclatchi Duncan go to law school?
James Macclatchi Duncan earned their education at (JD, 1992); (Bachelor, 1980).
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What awards or recognition has James Macclatchi Duncan received?
James Macclatchi Duncan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1992
Bachelor
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court Northern District of California
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court Central District of California
Admitted: 2002

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