Atty. Lily Lim
Ms. Lily Lim is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property litigation, electrical intellectual property and 1 other area of law.
Electrical Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 29+ Years Experience
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About Lily Lim at a Glance
Lily Lim is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Texas (1997), District of Columbia (1999), and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2001). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1997) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (M.S. Mechanical, 1994). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lily Lim
- Ms. Lily Lim is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property litigation, electrical intellectual property and 1 other area of law
- Lily received a M.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Lily practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Palo Alto, CA
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Lily Lim's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lily Lim 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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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 Lily Lim
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 Lily Lim's practice in the field of patent and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lily Lim 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 Texas, District of Columbia, and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Lily Lim can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent and ip, Lily Lim 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 Lily Lim 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 Lily Lim Handles in Palo Alto
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