Atty. Mark Thomas Kresnak

Atty. Mark Thomas Kresnak

Mark Thomas Kresnak is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, life sciences / biotechnology, antitrust / trade law and 4 other areas of law. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1984, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Mark Thomas Kresnak at a glance

Mark Thomas Kresnak is a Counsel based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Dickstein Shapiro LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1995). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1995) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A. University, 1984). Active member of San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mark Thomas Kresnak is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, life sciences / biotechnology, antitrust / trade law and 4 other areas of law
  • Mark received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1984, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Mark practices at Dickstein Shapiro LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Thomas Kresnak's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

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 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 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 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 Mark Thomas Kresnak

Where is Mark Thomas Kresnak's law office located?
Mark Thomas Kresnak's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Dickstein Shapiro LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Thomas Kresnak handle?
Mark Thomas Kresnak focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Mark Thomas Kresnak practiced law?
Mark Thomas Kresnak has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Mark Thomas Kresnak go to law school?
Mark Thomas Kresnak earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. University, 1984).
How can I contact Mark Thomas Kresnak for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1995
B.A. University
University of California at Berkeley
- 1984

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1995

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