Atty. James Michael Sarnecky

Atty. James Michael Sarnecky

James Michael Sarnecky is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, trademark infringement and 2 other areas of law. James received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1989, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Fallbrook Fallbrook 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Sarnecky at a glance

James Michael Sarnecky is an Associate based in Fallbrook, California, practicing at Gavrilovich, Dodd & Lindsey, LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1997), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1997), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1998), and California (1999). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1997) and University of Notre Dame (B.S.E.E., 1989). Serands clients in Fallbrook, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Michael Sarnecky is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, trademark infringement and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1989, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • James practices at Gavrilovich, Dodd & Lindsey, LLP in Fallbrook, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Sarnecky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Sarnecky 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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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 Fallbrook 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 Michael Sarnecky

Where is James Michael Sarnecky's law office located?
James Michael Sarnecky's law practice is located in Fallbrook, California. The firm is Gavrilovich, Dodd & Lindsey, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Sarnecky handle?
James Michael Sarnecky focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Sarnecky practiced law?
James Michael Sarnecky has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did James Michael Sarnecky go to law school?
James Michael Sarnecky earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S.E.E., 1989).
How can I contact James Michael Sarnecky for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1997
B.S.E.E.
University of Notre Dame
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1998
California
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1999

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