Atty. John Smith-Hill

Atty. John Smith-Hill

Mr. John Smith-Hill is a lawyer practicing licensing and technology agreements, patents.

Portland Portland 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About John Smith-Hill at a glance

John Smith-Hill is a patent and ip attorney based in Portland, Oregon. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1979), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1979), New York (1980), and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1980). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Newcastle, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne (B.S. Physics, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Smith-Hill is a lawyer practicing licensing and technology agreements, patents
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Newcastle, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne in 1967, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

John Smith-Hill's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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 Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Smith-Hill

Where is John Smith-Hill's law office located?
John Smith-Hill's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Smith-Hill handle?
John Smith-Hill focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has John Smith-Hill practiced law?
John Smith-Hill has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John Smith-Hill go to law school?
John Smith-Hill earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S. Physics, 1967).
How can I contact John Smith-Hill for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Smith-Hill received?
John Smith-Hill's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1979
B.S. Physics
University of Newcastle, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1979
New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1980
Oregon U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademar
Admitted: 1984

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