Atty. Michael Shenker

Atty. Michael Shenker

Michael Shenker is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent application. Michael received a M.S. degree from Moscow State University, Russia in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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About Michael Shenker at a glance

Michael Shenker is an Of Counsel based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Haynes and Boone, LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in New York (1983) and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1989). Educated at University of California, Berkeley (J.D., 1989) and Moscow State University, Russia (M.S. University, 1974). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Michael Shenker is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent application
  • Michael received a M.S. degree from Moscow State University, Russia in 1974, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Shenker's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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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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 Shenker

Where is Michael Shenker's law office located?
Michael Shenker's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Haynes and Boone, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Shenker handle?
Michael Shenker focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Shenker practiced law?
Michael Shenker has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael Shenker go to law school?
Michael Shenker earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (M.S. University, 1974).
How can I contact Michael Shenker for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1989
M.S. University
Moscow State University, Russia
- 1974

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1989

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