Atty. John Root Yates, Jr

Atty. John Root Yates, Jr

John Root Yates, Jr is a lawyer practicing copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition and 7 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Encino Encino 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About John Root Yates, Jr at a glance

John Root Yates, Jr is an Associate based in Encino, California, practicing at Greenberg And Bass Llp. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California (1986). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1985) and Carleton College (B.A., 1976). Active member of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills Bar Association. Serands clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Root Yates, Jr is a lawyer practicing copyrights, trade secrets, unfair competition and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1976, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • John practices at Greenberg & Bass LLP in Encino, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Root Yates, Jr's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate 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 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 Encino 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 Root Yates, Jr

Where is John Root Yates, Jr's law office located?
John Root Yates, Jr's law practice is located in Encino, California. The firm is Greenberg And Bass Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Root Yates, Jr handle?
John Root Yates, Jr focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Root Yates, Jr practiced law?
John Root Yates, Jr has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did John Root Yates, Jr go to law school?
John Root Yates, Jr earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact John Root Yates, Jr for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1985
B.A.
Carleton College
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California
Admitted: 1986

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