Atty. Michael Gary Flanigan

Atty. Michael Gary Flanigan

Michael Gary Flanigan is a lawyer practicing electrical intellectual property, electronic intellectual property, intellectual property rights and 10 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 14 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 14 yrs experience 14 year
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About Michael Gary Flanigan at a glance

Michael Gary Flanigan is an Associate based in Redwood City, California, practicing at McKool Smith Hennigan, P.C. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on patent, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2012), US District Court, District of Northern Illinois registered to practice before the US Patent, Tradem (2013), and California (2017). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2011) and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (B.S., 2004). Active member of American Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Gary Flanigan is a lawyer practicing electrical intellectual property, electronic intellectual property, intellectual property rights and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Michael practices at McKool Smith Hennigan, P.C in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gary Flanigan's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Copyright 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 Redwood City 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 Gary Flanigan

Where is Michael Gary Flanigan's law office located?
Michael Gary Flanigan's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. The firm is McKool Smith Hennigan, P.C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gary Flanigan handle?
Michael Gary Flanigan focuses on patent, copyright, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Gary Flanigan practiced law?
Michael Gary Flanigan has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Michael Gary Flanigan go to law school?
Michael Gary Flanigan earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.S., 2004).
How can I contact Michael Gary Flanigan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2011
B.S.
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2012
US District Court, District of Northern Illinois registered to practice before the US Patent, Tradem
Admitted: 2013
California
Admitted: 2017

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