Atty. John Robert Therien

Atty. John Robert Therien

John Robert Therien is a lawyer practicing life sciences / biotechnology, international law, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Harvard College, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Raleigh Raleigh 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About John Robert Therien at a glance

John Robert Therien is a Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Smith Anderson Blount Dorsett Mitchell And Jernigan L L P. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on ip, international, and internet. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2002) and North Carolina (2005). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 2001) and Harvard College A.B. Biochemical Science Harvard College A.B. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Robert Therien is a lawyer practicing life sciences / biotechnology, international law, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Harvard College, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • John practices at Smith, Anderson, Blount, Dorsett Mitchell & Jernigan, L.L.P. in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Robert Therien's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Robert Therien 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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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

John Robert Therien is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in North Carolina →

Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

John Robert Therien is one of 17,958 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is John Robert Therien's law office located?
John Robert Therien's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Smith Anderson Blount Dorsett Mitchell And Jernigan L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Robert Therien handle?
John Robert Therien focuses on ip, international, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Robert Therien practiced law?
John Robert Therien has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did John Robert Therien go to law school?
John Robert Therien earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (—).
How can I contact John Robert Therien for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Robert Therien received?
John Robert Therien's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley
- 2001
Harvard College A.B. Biochemical Science Harvard College A.B. magna cum laude
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2002
North Carolina
Admitted: 2005

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