Copyrights & More Attorney · Serving Detroit, MI · 36+ Years Experience
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About Patrick R. Scanlon at a Glance
Patrick R. Scanlon is an US Patent & Trademark Off. based in Detroit, Michigan. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and internet. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990) and Maine registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1999). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1990) and Michigan State University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cumberland County, Maine State and Virginia Bar Associations Maine Patent Practitioners Group. Serves clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick R. Scanlon
- Mr. Patrick R. Scanlon is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 2 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Patrick practices in Detroit, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick R. Scanlon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick R. Scanlon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Detroit.
Patent Law in Detroit
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Trademark Law in Detroit
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Copyright Law in Detroit
Patrick R. Scanlon is one of 17,404 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Michigan →
Intellectual Property in Detroit
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Internet & Cyber Law in Detroit
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Detroit
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Detroit are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Detroit Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Detroit-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Detroit Choose Patrick R. Scanlon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Patrick R. Scanlon's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick R. Scanlon brings 36+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia and Maine registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Patrick R. Scanlon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Patrick R. Scanlon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Detroit
A Detroit-based practice means Patrick R. Scanlon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick R. Scanlon Handles in Detroit
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