Atty. James Mason Smith

Atty. James Mason Smith

James Mason Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, unfair competition, patent infringement and 3 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Palm Springs Palm Springs 38 J. Erfahrung 38 year
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Profile Summary

About James Mason Smith at a glance

James Mason Smith is a patent, trademark, trade secrets, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Palm Springs, California. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Northern Distric (1988). Educated at University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 1988) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1985). Serands clients in Palm Springs, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Mason Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, unfair competition, patent infringement and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • James practices in Palm Springs, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Mason Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Trade Secrets

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Palm Springs 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 Mason Smith

Where is James Mason Smith's law office located?
James Mason Smith's law practice is located in Palm Springs, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Mason Smith handle?
James Mason Smith focuses on patent, trademark, trade secrets, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Mason Smith practiced law?
James Mason Smith has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did James Mason Smith go to law school?
James Mason Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact James Mason Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1988
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1985

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Northern Distric
Admitted: 1988

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