Atty. James Patrick Martin
James Patrick Martin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, corporate, competition & preparations to compete and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Florida, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Competition & Preparations to Compete & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 32+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Martin at a Glance
James Patrick Martin is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Shartsis Friese Llp. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (1994). Educated at University of Michigan Law School J.D. cum laude (—) and University of Florida B.S. Electrical Engineering, highest honors University of Florida Minor in business administration The Hon. Laughlin E. Waters U.S. District Court for the Central Distri (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities James is a member of the United States Patent Bar and is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, James is also a member of the American Intellectual Property Law Association ( AIPLA ) and the Intellectual Property Law Sections of the California Bar Association and the Bar Association of San Francisco, and He has written and lectured on a variety of topics related to intellectual property and the Internet. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Martin
- James Patrick Martin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, corporate, competition & preparations to compete and 11 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Florida, and has been licensed for 32 years
- James practices at Shartsis Friese LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Martin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Martin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Patent Law in San Francisco
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Trademark Law in San Francisco
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Copyright Law in San Francisco
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Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Patrick Martin is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
James Patrick Martin is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose James Patrick Martin
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 Patrick Martin's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Martin brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, James Patrick Martin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means James Patrick Martin 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 Patrick Martin Handles in San Francisco
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