Atty. Michael Giles Sullivan

Atty. Michael Giles Sullivan

Mr. Michael Giles Sullivan is a lawyer practicing patent application, licensing, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law.

Solana Beach Solana Beach 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Michael Giles Sullivan at a glance

Michael Giles Sullivan is a Senior Counsel based in Solana Beach, California, practicing at Pequignot + Myers LLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1992), District of Columbia registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1994), and New York (2005). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1990) and Indiana University (B.S. Biology, 1986). Serands clients in Solana Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Giles Sullivan is a lawyer practicing patent application, licensing, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Pequignot + Myers LLC in Solana Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Giles Sullivan's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Criminal Defense

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Intellectual Property

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Appellate Practice

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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 Solana Beach 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 Giles Sullivan

Where is Michael Giles Sullivan's law office located?
Michael Giles Sullivan's law practice is located in Solana Beach, California. The firm is Pequignot + Myers LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Giles Sullivan handle?
Michael Giles Sullivan focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Giles Sullivan practiced law?
Michael Giles Sullivan has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael Giles Sullivan go to law school?
Michael Giles Sullivan earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Biology, 1986).
How can I contact Michael Giles Sullivan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore
- 1990
B.S. Biology
Indiana University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1992
District of Columbia registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1994
New York
Admitted: 2005

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