Atty. Jonathan Franklyn Yates

Atty. Jonathan Franklyn Yates

Jonathan Franklyn Yates is a lawyer practicing trademark, copyright and trade secret, patent prosecution, intellectual property. Jonathan has been licensed for 25 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan Franklyn Yates at a glance

Jonathan Franklyn Yates is an Of Counsel based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Taft. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2001) and Indiana United States Patent and Trademark Office, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (2005). Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law - Bloomington J.D. (—). Active member of Professional Affiliations/Recognitions Indiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jonathan Franklyn Yates is a lawyer practicing trademark, copyright and trade secret, patent prosecution, intellectual property
  • Jonathan has been licensed for 25 years
  • Jonathan practices at Taft in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Franklyn Yates's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Franklyn Yates

Where is Jonathan Franklyn Yates's law office located?
Jonathan Franklyn Yates's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Franklyn Yates handle?
Jonathan Franklyn Yates focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Jonathan Franklyn Yates practiced law?
Jonathan Franklyn Yates has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Jonathan Franklyn Yates go to law school?
Jonathan Franklyn Yates earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Jonathan Franklyn Yates for a consultation?
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Education

Indiana University Maurer School of Law - Bloomington J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 2001
Indiana United States Patent and Trademark Office, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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