Atty. Patrick Philip Gunn

Atty. Patrick Philip Gunn

Patrick Philip Gunn is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business arbitration, real property law and 1 other area of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick Philip Gunn at a glance

Patrick Philip Gunn is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1994), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1994), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1994). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1994) and University of Colorado (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Patrick Philip Gunn is a lawyer practicing business litigation, business arbitration, real property law and 1 other area of law
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Colorado in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Patrick practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Philip Gunn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Philip Gunn 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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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Patrick Philip Gunn

Where is Patrick Philip Gunn's law office located?
Patrick Philip Gunn's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Philip Gunn handle?
Patrick Philip Gunn focuses on business, real estate, litigation, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Patrick Philip Gunn practiced law?
Patrick Philip Gunn has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Patrick Philip Gunn go to law school?
Patrick Philip Gunn earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Patrick Philip Gunn for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1994
B.A.
University of Colorado
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1994

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