Atty. John Michael Traynor

Atty. John Michael Traynor

John Michael Traynor is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, first amendment and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1955, and has been licensed for 65 years.

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About John Michael Traynor at a glance

John Michael Traynor is a Senior Counsel based in Berkeley, California, practicing at Cobalt LLP. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, civil rights, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1961) and U.S. Supreme Court (1966). Educated at Harvard University (J.D. University, 1960) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1955). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Traynor is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, first amendment and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1955, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • John practices at Cobalt LLP in Berkeley, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Traynor's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Environmental Law

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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 Berkeley 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 Michael Traynor

Where is John Michael Traynor's law office located?
John Michael Traynor's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. The firm is Cobalt LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Traynor handle?
John Michael Traynor focuses on ip, litigation, civil rights, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Michael Traynor practiced law?
John Michael Traynor has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did John Michael Traynor go to law school?
John Michael Traynor earned their education at (J.D. University, 1960); (B.A., 1955).
How can I contact John Michael Traynor for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Michael Traynor received?
John Michael Traynor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
Harvard University
- 1960
B.A.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1955

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1961
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1966

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