Atty. John Patrick Ward
John has over thirty years of experience as a patent strategist, counselor and litigator. He focuses his practice primarily on developing patent portfolios, with an emphasis in the field of AI.
Intellectual Property & Technology & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 33+ Years Experience
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About John Patrick Ward at a Glance
John Patrick Ward is a Shareholder based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. District Court for the Central Distric (1993) and Colorado (1999). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law J.D. (—) and University of Pittsburgh B.S. Computer and Information Science University of Pittsburgh B.S. magna cum laude (—). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Patrick Ward
- John has over thirty years of experience as a patent strategist, counselor and litigator
- He focuses his practice primarily on developing patent portfolios, with an emphasis in the field of AI
- He has managed and assisted in developing the patent portfolios for some of the most innovative companies in the software, telecommunications and computer industries
- These include Intel, Google, Apple, Yahoo, AT&T, Visa, Micron Technologies, Deem, Xobni, LookOut, Magellan Navigation, Oracle, Alcatel, Cadence and Looksmart
- Concentrations •Machine Learning/Deep Learning •AI/Deep Learning Acceleration •Memory/Processor Architecture for Deep Learning •Distributed Artificial Neural Network Processing •Applications of various Artificial Neural Networks •In-Memory Processing
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John Patrick Ward's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Patrick Ward handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Patent Law in San Francisco
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Intellectual Property in San Francisco
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 San Francisco
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 Francisco 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose John Patrick Ward
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 Patrick Ward's practice in the field of patent and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Patrick Ward brings 33+ 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 California U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. District Court for the Central Distric and Colorado, John Patrick Ward can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent and ip, John Patrick Ward can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means John Patrick Ward 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 Patrick Ward Handles in San Francisco
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