Atty. Michael Paul Barker

Atty. Michael Paul Barker

Mr. Michael Paul Barker is a lawyer practicing patents, patent prosecution, patent interference practice and 7 other areas of law.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Paul Barker at a glance

Michael Paul Barker is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1986), District of Columbia (1990), and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2006). Educated at The George Washington University National Law Center (J.D., 1986) and University of Florida (B.S. Microbiology, 1983). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Paul Barker is a lawyer practicing patents, patent prosecution, patent interference practice and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Paul Barker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Paul Barker 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.

Michael Paul Barker is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

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 Paul Barker

Where is Michael Paul Barker's law office located?
Michael Paul Barker's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Paul Barker handle?
Michael Paul Barker focuses on patent, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Paul Barker practiced law?
Michael Paul Barker has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Paul Barker go to law school?
Michael Paul Barker earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Microbiology, 1983).
How can I contact Michael Paul Barker for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Paul Barker directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
The George Washington University National Law Center
- 1986
B.S. Microbiology
University of Florida
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990
California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2006

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