Atty. Michael Joseph Linowes

Atty. Michael Joseph Linowes

Mr. Michael Joseph Linowes is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, intellectual property, new media law.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Michael Joseph Linowes at a glance

Michael Joseph Linowes is a ip and entertainment attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1990), District of Columbia (1993), New York (1999), and California (2017). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1990) and Cornell University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Joseph Linowes is a lawyer practicing entertainment law, intellectual property, new media law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Linowes's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Monica 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 Joseph Linowes

Where is Michael Joseph Linowes's law office located?
Michael Joseph Linowes's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Linowes handle?
Michael Joseph Linowes focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Joseph Linowes practiced law?
Michael Joseph Linowes has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Joseph Linowes go to law school?
Michael Joseph Linowes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Linowes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1990
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993
New York
Admitted: 1999
California
Admitted: 2017

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