Atty. Lee Patch

Atty. Lee Patch

Lee Patch is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, electrical intellectual property, electronic intellectual property and 10 other areas of law. Lee received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years.

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Electrical Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Woodside, CA · 44+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Lee Patch at a Glance

Lee Patch is a ip, ip licensing, and international attorney based in Woodside, California. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1982), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1985). Educated at Duquesne University (J.D., 1982) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.S. Physics, 1974). Serves clients in Woodside, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Lee Patch

  • Lee Patch is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, electrical intellectual property, electronic intellectual property and 10 other areas of law
  • Lee received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1974, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Lee practices in Woodside, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Lee Patch's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lee Patch handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodside.

Intellectual Property in Woodside

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

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IP Licensing in Woodside

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International Law in Woodside

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodside

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 Woodside 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.

Woodside Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Woodside-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Lee Patch

Where is Lee Patch's law office located?
Lee Patch's law practice is located in Woodside, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lee Patch handle?
Lee Patch focuses on ip, ip licensing, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lee Patch practiced law?
Lee Patch has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Lee Patch go to law school?
Lee Patch earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S. Physics, 1974).
How can I contact Lee Patch for a consultation?
You can contact Lee Patch 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.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Woodside Choose Lee Patch

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 Lee Patch's practice in the field of ip, ip licensing, and international.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Lee Patch brings 44+ 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 Pennsylvania, U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit, Lee Patch can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering ip, ip licensing, and international, Lee Patch can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Woodside

A Woodside-based practice means Lee Patch attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Lee Patch Handles in Woodside

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lee Patch has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Lee Patch directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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How People Find Lee Patch Online

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
Duquesne University
- 1982
B.S. Physics
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1974

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1985
California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2006

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