Atty. Patrick Joseph McElhinny

Atty. Patrick Joseph McElhinny

Patrick Joseph McElhinny is a lawyer practicing commercial, general practice, ip litigation and 2 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

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About Patrick Joseph McElhinny at a glance

Patrick Joseph McElhinny is a Partner based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at K&L Gates LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District (1988) and Supreme Court of Pennsylvania registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1988). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1988) and University of Pittsburgh (B.S.M.E., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Patrick Joseph McElhinny is a lawyer practicing commercial, general practice, ip litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Patrick received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Patrick practices at K&L Gates LLP in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Joseph McElhinny's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Dallas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick Joseph McElhinny

Where is Patrick Joseph McElhinny's law office located?
Patrick Joseph McElhinny's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is K&L Gates LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Joseph McElhinny handle?
Patrick Joseph McElhinny focuses on business, ip, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Patrick Joseph McElhinny practiced law?
Patrick Joseph McElhinny has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Patrick Joseph McElhinny go to law school?
Patrick Joseph McElhinny earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S.M.E., 1985).
How can I contact Patrick Joseph McElhinny for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Patrick Joseph McElhinny received?
Patrick Joseph McElhinny's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1988
B.S.M.E.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District
Admitted: 1988
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1988

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