Atty. Michael C Sutliffe

Atty. Michael C Sutliffe

Michael C Sutliffe is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, patents, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Golden Gate University Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Michael C Sutliffe at a glance

Michael C Sutliffe is an Associate based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2009). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 2008) and Golden Gate University Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA California State University, Hayward (M.S. Computer, 1996). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael C Sutliffe is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, patents, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from Golden Gate University Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Michael practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael C Sutliffe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C Sutliffe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark 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 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 Michael C Sutliffe

Where is Michael C Sutliffe's law office located?
Michael C Sutliffe's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael C Sutliffe handle?
Michael C Sutliffe focuses on patent, trademark, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael C Sutliffe practiced law?
Michael C Sutliffe has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Michael C Sutliffe go to law school?
Michael C Sutliffe earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (M.S. Computer, 1996).
How can I contact Michael C Sutliffe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 2008
M.S. Computer
Golden Gate University Southwestern Law School, San Francisco CA California State University, Hayward
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2009

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