Atty. Peter Heeseok Kang

Atty. Peter Heeseok Kang

Peter Heeseok Kang is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, international trade, technology transactions and 10 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Heeseok Kang at a glance

Peter Heeseok Kang is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on copyright, business, real estate, ip, and theft. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California U.S. (1992) and U.S. Supreme Court registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2006). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1990) and Stanford University (B.A. Industrial, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Heeseok Kang is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, international trade, technology transactions and 10 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Peter practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Heeseok Kang's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright Law

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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

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Peter Heeseok Kang is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Theft & Property Crimes

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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 Peter Heeseok Kang

Where is Peter Heeseok Kang's law office located?
Peter Heeseok Kang's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Heeseok Kang handle?
Peter Heeseok Kang focuses on copyright, business, real estate, ip, theft. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Heeseok Kang practiced law?
Peter Heeseok Kang has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Peter Heeseok Kang go to law school?
Peter Heeseok Kang earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Industrial, 1986).
How can I contact Peter Heeseok Kang for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Heeseok Kang directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter Heeseok Kang received?
Peter Heeseok Kang's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1990
B.A. Industrial
Stanford University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Central and Southern Districts of California U.S.
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2006

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