Atty. Michael Rick Christensen

Atty. Michael Rick Christensen

Michael Rick Christensen is a lawyer practicing ip strategy, due diligence, opinions and counseling and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.E.E. degree from Brigham Young University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Irvine Irvine 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Rick Christensen at a glance

Michael Rick Christensen is an Associate based in Irvine, California, practicing at Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2008). Educated at Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School (J.D., 2008) and Brigham Young University (B.S.E.E., 2005). Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Rick Christensen is a lawyer practicing ip strategy, due diligence, opinions and counseling and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.E.E. degree from Brigham Young University in 2005, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Michael practices at Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Rick Christensen's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Irvine 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 Rick Christensen

Where is Michael Rick Christensen's law office located?
Michael Rick Christensen's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Knobbe Martens Olson & Bear LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Rick Christensen handle?
Michael Rick Christensen focuses on patent, trademark, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Rick Christensen practiced law?
Michael Rick Christensen has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Michael Rick Christensen go to law school?
Michael Rick Christensen earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.S.E.E., 2005).
How can I contact Michael Rick Christensen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brigham Young University, J. Reuben Clark Law School
- 2008
B.S.E.E.
Brigham Young University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2008

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