Atty. James Michael Warner
James Michael Warner is a lawyer practicing patent law, business transactions, intellectual property. James received a B.S. degree from Centenary College of Louisiana in 1977, and has been licensed for 28 years.
Business Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Burlingame, CA · 28+ Years Experience
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About James Michael Warner at a Glance
James Michael Warner is an Assist. Gen. Coun. based in Burlingame, California. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business and ip. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1998), and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2010). Educated at St. Louis University (J.D., 1998) and Centenary College of Louisiana (B.S. Indiana, 1977). Serves clients in Burlingame, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Michael Warner
- James Michael Warner is a lawyer practicing patent law, business transactions, intellectual property
- James received a B.S. degree from Centenary College of Louisiana in 1977, and has been licensed for 28 years
- James practices in Burlingame, CA
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James Michael Warner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Warner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Burlingame.
Business & Corporate Law in Burlingame
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Michael Warner is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Burlingame
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
James Michael Warner is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Burlingame
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 Burlingame 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 venue, 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.
Burlingame Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Burlingame-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Burlingame Choose James Michael Warner
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Michael Warner's practice in the field of business and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Michael Warner brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Missouri, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, James Michael Warner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and ip, James Michael Warner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Burlingame
A Burlingame-based practice means James Michael Warner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Michael Warner Handles in Burlingame
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Michael Warner has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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