Atty. Michael Portnov

Atty. Michael Portnov

Michael Portnov is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Michael Portnov at a glance

Michael Portnov is an Associate based in Redwood City, California, practicing at Fish & Richardson P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on real estate and ip. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2009). Educated at University of California, Berkeley School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A. Mathematics, 2006). Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Portnov is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Michael practices at Fish & Richardson P.C. in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Portnov's Areas of Practice

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

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 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 Portnov

Where is Michael Portnov's law office located?
Michael Portnov's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. The firm is Fish & Richardson P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Portnov handle?
Michael Portnov focuses on real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Portnov practiced law?
Michael Portnov has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Michael Portnov go to law school?
Michael Portnov earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. Mathematics, 2006).
How can I contact Michael Portnov for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley School of Law
- 2009
B.A. Mathematics
University of California, Berkeley
- 2006

Bar Admissions

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

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