Atty. Joyce N. Van Cott

Atty. Joyce N. Van Cott

Joyce began practice as an attorney in Palo Alto, California, where she specialized in general commercial litigation, including matters involving real estate and contract disputes. In June 1985, she joined a well-known Phoenix law firm and assumed responsibilities for major commercial litigation matters as well as corporate, insurance, real estate, business association, and bankruptcy litigation matters.

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About Joyce N. Van Cott at a glance

Joyce N. Van Cott is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Van Cott Talamante Pllc. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on copyright and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), Arizona (1984), and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1984). Educated at Whittier College School of Law, Los Angeles, California (J.D., 1982) and Whittier College, Whittier, California (B.A. Political, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maricopa County and American Bar Associations State Bar of Arizona State Bar of California. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joyce began practice as an attorney in Palo Alto, California, where she specialized in general commercial litigation, including matters involving real estate and contract disputes
  • In June 1985, she joined a well-known Phoenix law firm and assumed responsibilities for major commercial litigation matters as well as corporate, insurance, real estate, business association, and bankruptcy litigation matters
  • In June 1986, she joined a Scottsdale firm where she became a partner and continued her practice in the commercial litigation field
  • In December 1989, she co-founded Glover & Van Cott, which, in 2010, became Van Cott & Talamante
  • She was a member of the Whittier Law Review in 1980-81 as Notes and Comments Editor

Practice Areas Explained

Joyce N. Van Cott's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joyce N. Van Cott handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joyce N. Van Cott

Where is Joyce N. Van Cott's law office located?
Joyce N. Van Cott's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Van Cott Talamante Pllc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joyce N. Van Cott handle?
Joyce N. Van Cott focuses on copyright, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Joyce N. Van Cott practiced law?
Joyce N. Van Cott has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Joyce N. Van Cott go to law school?
Joyce N. Van Cott earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A. Political, 1979).
How can I contact Joyce N. Van Cott for a consultation?
You can contact Joyce N. Van Cott directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joyce N. Van Cott received?
Joyce N. Van Cott's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Whittier College School of Law, Los Angeles, California
- 1982
B.A. Political
Whittier College, Whittier, California
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1983
Arizona
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California and U.S. District Court, Central District of Ca
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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