Atty. John Christopher Nishi

Atty. John Christopher Nishi

John Christopher Nishi is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, trademarks. John received a M.M. degree from University of Southern California in 1980, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About John Christopher Nishi at a glance

John Christopher Nishi is a Member based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trademark and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1993), California (1995), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1995). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1993) and University of Southern California (M.M. Clarinet, 1980). Active member of American Bar Association International Trademark Association. Serands clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Christopher Nishi is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, trademarks
  • John received a M.M. degree from University of Southern California in 1980, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Ann Arbor, MI

Practice Areas Explained

John Christopher Nishi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Christopher Nishi handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 Michigan

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 Ann Arbor 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Christopher Nishi

Where is John Christopher Nishi's law office located?
John Christopher Nishi's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Dickinson Wright PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Christopher Nishi handle?
John Christopher Nishi focuses on trademark, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has John Christopher Nishi practiced law?
John Christopher Nishi has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John Christopher Nishi go to law school?
John Christopher Nishi earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (M.M. Clarinet, 1980).
How can I contact John Christopher Nishi for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1993
M.M. Clarinet
University of Southern California
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1993
California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
Michigan
Admitted: 2006

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