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John A. Smart is a ip attorney based in San Jose, California. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989) and California (1990). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D. Chem., 1989) and Southern Methodist University (B.S. Chem., 1981). Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. John A. Smart is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
- John received a B.S. degree from Southern Methodist University in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
- John practices in San Jose, CA
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IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Why local counsel matters in California
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 Jose 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.
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