Atty. Melvin David Chan

Atty. Melvin David Chan

Melvin David Chan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, intellectual property law. Melvin received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Santa Clara Santa Clara 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Melvin David Chan at a glance

Melvin David Chan is a Member based in Santa Clara, California, practicing at Aka Chan LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1994). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D., 1994) and University of California, Berkeley (B.S. Electrical, 1987). Active member of The State Bar of California American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Santa Clara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melvin David Chan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents, intellectual property law
  • Melvin received a B.S. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1987, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Melvin practices at Aka Chan LLP in Santa Clara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Melvin David Chan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melvin David Chan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Santa Clara 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 Melvin David Chan

Where is Melvin David Chan's law office located?
Melvin David Chan's law practice is located in Santa Clara, California. The firm is Aka Chan LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melvin David Chan handle?
Melvin David Chan focuses on patent, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Melvin David Chan practiced law?
Melvin David Chan has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Melvin David Chan go to law school?
Melvin David Chan earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. Electrical, 1987).
How can I contact Melvin David Chan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law
- 1994
B.S. Electrical
University of California, Berkeley
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1994

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