Atty. James Robert Franks

Atty. James Robert Franks

James Robert Franks is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent application, trademark infringement. James received a M.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1988, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About James Robert Franks at a glance

James Robert Franks is an Associate based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at The Webb Law Firm. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, and ip. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2005). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 2005) and Carnegie Mellon University (M.S. University, 1988). Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Franks is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent application, trademark infringement
  • James received a M.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1988, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • James practices at The Webb Law Firm in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Franks's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pittsburgh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Robert Franks

Where is James Robert Franks's law office located?
James Robert Franks's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is The Webb Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Franks handle?
James Robert Franks focuses on patent, trademark, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has James Robert Franks practiced law?
James Robert Franks has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did James Robert Franks go to law school?
James Robert Franks earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (M.S. University, 1988).
How can I contact James Robert Franks for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 2005
M.S. University
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2005

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