Atty. John Duncan Marple

Atty. John Duncan Marple

John Duncan Marple is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, outsourcing, technology transactions and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1989, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Menlo Park Menlo Park 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About John Duncan Marple at a glance

John Duncan Marple is a Partner based in Menlo Park, California, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1999) and Miami University (B.A. University, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Duncan Marple is a lawyer practicing emerging companies, outsourcing, technology transactions and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1989, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • John practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Menlo Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Duncan Marple's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

John Duncan Marple is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

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 Menlo Park 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Duncan Marple

Where is John Duncan Marple's law office located?
John Duncan Marple's law practice is located in Menlo Park, California. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Duncan Marple handle?
John Duncan Marple focuses on business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Duncan Marple practiced law?
John Duncan Marple has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did John Duncan Marple go to law school?
John Duncan Marple earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A. University, 1989).
How can I contact John Duncan Marple for a consultation?
You can contact John Duncan Marple 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 John Duncan Marple received?
John Duncan Marple's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1999
B.A. University
Miami University
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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