Atty. Mark Stephen Matkin
Mr. Mark Stephen Matkin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, counseling, procurement and 1 other area of law.
Counseling & More Attorney · Serving Spokane, WA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Mark Stephen Matkin at a Glance
Mark Stephen Matkin is a Principal based in Spokane, Washington, practicing at Wells St. John P.S.. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (1984) and Oregon (1984). Educated at Northwestern School of Law of Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1984) and University of Washington (B.S.Ch.E., 1979). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Spokane County and Washington State Bar Associations Oregon State Bar American Institute of Chemical Engineers American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in Spokane, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark Stephen Matkin
- Mr. Mark Stephen Matkin is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, counseling, procurement and 1 other area of law
- Mark received a degree from University of Washington in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Mark practices at Wells St. John P.S. in Spokane, WA
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Mark Stephen Matkin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Stephen Matkin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Spokane.
Intellectual Property in Spokane
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 Spokane
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Spokane are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Spokane Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Spokane-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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Why Clients in Spokane Choose Mark Stephen Matkin
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 Mark Stephen Matkin's practice in the field of ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark Stephen Matkin brings 42+ 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 Washington and Oregon, Mark Stephen Matkin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused IP Practice
Concentrating on ip means Mark Stephen Matkin's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Spokane
A Spokane-based practice means Mark Stephen Matkin 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 Mark Stephen Matkin Handles in Spokane
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