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Atty. Mark Alan Watkins

Atty. Mark Alan Watkins

Mark Alan Watkins is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, licensing and 6 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Akron Akron 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Mark Alan Watkins at a glance

Mark Alan Watkins is a Partner based in Akron, Ohio. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Ohio registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1988) and Arizona (2020). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1988) and Ohio Northern University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Treasurer, 1995-1997 President, 1998-1999, International Trademark Law Association Cleveland Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mark Alan Watkins is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, licensing and 6 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from Ohio Northern University in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Mark practices in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Alan Watkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alan Watkins handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Mark Alan Watkins is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Ohio →

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

Mark Alan Watkins is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Ohio →

Intellectual Property

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

Mark Alan Watkins is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Ohio →

Trade Secrets

Mark Alan Watkins is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Mark Alan Watkins

Where is Mark Alan Watkins's law office located?
Mark Alan Watkins's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Alan Watkins handle?
Mark Alan Watkins focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Mark Alan Watkins practiced law?
Mark Alan Watkins has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Mark Alan Watkins go to law school?
Mark Alan Watkins earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Mark Alan Watkins for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Alan Watkins 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 Mark Alan Watkins received?
Mark Alan Watkins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Akron
- 1988
B.S.
Ohio Northern University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1988
Arizona
Admitted: 2020

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