Atty. Laurence Herbert Pretty

Atty. Laurence Herbert Pretty

Laurence Herbert Pretty is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, intellectual property law. Laurence received a B.S. degree from London University in 1958, and has been licensed for 57 years.

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Profile Summary

About Laurence Herbert Pretty at a glance

Laurence Herbert Pretty is a patent, real estate, and ip attorney based in Altadena, California. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1969), New York (1970), and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1973). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1968) and London University (B.S., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Altadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Laurence Herbert Pretty is a lawyer practicing patent litigation, intellectual property law
  • Laurence received a B.S. degree from London University in 1958, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Laurence practices in Altadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Laurence Herbert Pretty's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Laurence Herbert Pretty handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Laurence Herbert Pretty is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Laurence Herbert Pretty is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Altadena 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Laurence Herbert Pretty

Where is Laurence Herbert Pretty's law office located?
Laurence Herbert Pretty's law practice is located in Altadena, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Laurence Herbert Pretty handle?
Laurence Herbert Pretty focuses on patent, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Laurence Herbert Pretty practiced law?
Laurence Herbert Pretty has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Laurence Herbert Pretty go to law school?
Laurence Herbert Pretty earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S., 1958).
How can I contact Laurence Herbert Pretty for a consultation?
You can contact Laurence Herbert Pretty 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 Laurence Herbert Pretty received?
Laurence Herbert Pretty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1968
B.S.
London University
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1969
New York
Admitted: 1970
California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1973

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