Atty. John A. Waters
John A. Waters is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 4 other areas of law.
Copyrights & More Attorney · Serving Grand Rapids, MI · 59+ Years Experience
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About John A. Waters at a Glance
John A. Waters is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Oppenhuizen Law PLC. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967) and Michigan registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1973). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1967) and University of Michigan (B.S.E.E., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Grand Rapids, Illinois State and American Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John A. Waters
- John A. Waters is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 4 other areas of law
- John received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1963, and has been licensed for 59 years
- John practices at Oppenhuizen Law PLC in Grand Rapids, MI
Practice Areas Explained
John A. Waters's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. Waters handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Grand Rapids.
Patent Law in Grand Rapids
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Trademark Law in Grand Rapids
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Copyright Law in Grand Rapids
John A. Waters is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Michigan →
Real Estate Law in Grand Rapids
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Grand Rapids
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
John A. Waters is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Grand Rapids
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan 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 Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Grand Rapids Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Grand Rapids-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 Grand Rapids Choose John A. Waters
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 John A. Waters's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John A. Waters brings 59+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Michigan registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, John A. Waters can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, John A. Waters can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Grand Rapids
A Grand Rapids-based practice means John A. Waters 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 John A. Waters Handles in Grand Rapids
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