Atty. James T Nikolai

Atty. James T Nikolai

James T Nikolai is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, copyright infringement, trademark infringement and 15 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (612) 714-9546

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About James T Nikolai at a glance

James T Nikolai is an Officer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Nikolai & Mersereau, P.A.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and ip licensing. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1985). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Minnesota (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dakota County, Minnesota State and American Bar Associations Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James T Nikolai is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, copyright infringement, trademark infringement and 15 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Nikolai & Mersereau, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

James T Nikolai's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James T Nikolai 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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IP Licensing

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James T Nikolai

Where is James T Nikolai's law office located?
James T Nikolai's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Nikolai & Mersereau, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James T Nikolai handle?
James T Nikolai focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, ip licensing. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has James T Nikolai practiced law?
James T Nikolai has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James T Nikolai go to law school?
James T Nikolai earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James T Nikolai for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James T Nikolai received?
James T Nikolai's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Minnesota
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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