Atty. Khaled Shami
Khaled Shami is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, licensing, outsourcing and 2 other areas of law. Khaled received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Maryland in 1986, and has been licensed for 29 years.
Intellectual Property Law & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 29+ Years Experience
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About Khaled Shami at a Glance
Khaled Shami is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1997) and District of Columbia (2016). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Maryland (B.S.E.E., 1986). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association (Member, Intellectual Property Law Section) Silicon Valley Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Khaled Shami
- Khaled Shami is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, licensing, outsourcing and 2 other areas of law
- Khaled received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Maryland in 1986, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Khaled practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Palo Alto, CA
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Khaled Shami's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Khaled Shami handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Patent Law in Palo Alto
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Real Estate Law in Palo Alto
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Palo Alto
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 Palo Alto
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 Palo Alto 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 venue, 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Khaled Shami
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Khaled Shami's practice in the field of patent, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Khaled Shami brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and District of Columbia, Khaled Shami can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, real estate, and ip, Khaled Shami can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Khaled Shami attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Khaled Shami Handles in Palo Alto
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