Atty. Jeffrey Stephen Ward

Atty. Jeffrey Stephen Ward

Atty. Jeffrey Stephen Ward is a lawyer practicing life sciences / biotechnology, health care, intellectual property and 1 other area of law.

Madison Madison 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey Stephen Ward at a glance

Jeffrey Stephen Ward is a Partner based in Madison, Wisconsin, practicing at Merchant & Gould P.C.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1984) and University of Illinois (B.S. Chemical, 1981). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Madison, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Jeffrey Stephen Ward is a lawyer practicing life sciences / biotechnology, health care, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Jeffrey practices at Merchant & Gould P.C. in Madison, WI

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey Stephen Ward's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jeffrey Stephen Ward handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Wisconsin

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey Stephen Ward

Where is Jeffrey Stephen Ward's law office located?
Jeffrey Stephen Ward's law practice is located in Madison, Wisconsin. The firm is Merchant & Gould P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey Stephen Ward handle?
Jeffrey Stephen Ward focuses on patent, ip, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Wisconsin.
How long has Jeffrey Stephen Ward practiced law?
Jeffrey Stephen Ward has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Jeffrey Stephen Ward go to law school?
Jeffrey Stephen Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Chemical, 1981).
How can I contact Jeffrey Stephen Ward for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey Stephen Ward directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jeffrey Stephen Ward received?
Jeffrey Stephen Ward's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1984
B.S. Chemical
University of Illinois
- 1981

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1996
Wisconsin U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Central District of
Admitted: 1997

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