Atty. Melissa Jean Pytel

Atty. Melissa Jean Pytel

Melissa Jean Pytel is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, patent infringement. Melissa received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Melissa Jean Pytel at a glance

Melissa Jean Pytel is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Pauly, DeVries Smith & Deffner, L.L.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1995), Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1996), and Pennsylvania (2013). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D. Biology, 1995) and University of Illinois (B.S. Biology, 1991). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melissa Jean Pytel is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, patent infringement
  • Melissa received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Melissa practices at Pauly, DeVries Smith & Deffner, L.L.C. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Melissa Jean Pytel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melissa Jean Pytel 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 Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Melissa Jean Pytel

Where is Melissa Jean Pytel's law office located?
Melissa Jean Pytel's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Pauly, DeVries Smith & Deffner, L.L.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melissa Jean Pytel handle?
Melissa Jean Pytel focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Melissa Jean Pytel practiced law?
Melissa Jean Pytel has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Melissa Jean Pytel go to law school?
Melissa Jean Pytel earned their education at (J.D. Biology, 1995); (B.S. Biology, 1991).
How can I contact Melissa Jean Pytel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Biology
University of Illinois
- 1995
B.S. Biology
University of Illinois
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1995
Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1996
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2013

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