Atty. Kermit Dean Lopez

Atty. Kermit Dean Lopez

Kermit Lopez has an AV® Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubble. His intellectual property law practices principally in the preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications both domestic and foreign, and the management and development of intellectual property portfolios.

Albuquerque Albuquerque 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Kermit Dean Lopez at a glance

Kermit Dean Lopez is a Member based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, practicing at Ortiz & Lopez, PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1995), Texas (2001), and Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and (2001). Educated at University of New Mexico (J.D., 1994) and University of New Mexico (B.S.E.E., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Albuquerque, NM and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kermit Lopez has an AV® Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubble
  • His intellectual property law practices principally in the preparation and prosecution of patent and trademark applications both domestic and foreign, and the management and development of intellectual property portfolios
  • He has prosecuted patent applications in the electrical, electronics, data-processing software, nanotechnology, telecommunication, electro-mechanical, mechanical and nanotechnology areas
  • Mr. Lopez was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico
  • He previously served as in-house counsel to Sandia National Laboratories and Ericsson, Inc. and as a patent attorney with the law firm of Felsman, Bradley, Gunter & Dillon in Austin, Texas and Bickel & Brewer in Dallas
  • Affiliations American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) American Bar Association (ABA) Licensing Executives Society (LES)

Practice Areas Explained

Kermit Dean Lopez's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kermit Dean Lopez handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Mexico

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kermit Dean Lopez

Where is Kermit Dean Lopez's law office located?
Kermit Dean Lopez's law practice is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The firm is Ortiz & Lopez, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kermit Dean Lopez handle?
Kermit Dean Lopez focuses on trademark, copyright, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Mexico.
How long has Kermit Dean Lopez practiced law?
Kermit Dean Lopez has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Kermit Dean Lopez go to law school?
Kermit Dean Lopez earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S.E.E., 1990).
How can I contact Kermit Dean Lopez for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kermit Dean Lopez received?
Kermit Dean Lopez's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of New Mexico
- 1994
B.S.E.E.
University of New Mexico
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Mexico
Admitted: 1995
Texas
Admitted: 2001
Colorado U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and
Admitted: 2001

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