Atty. Peter Visserman

Atty. Peter Visserman

Peter Visserman is a lawyer practicing patent law, trademark law, copyright law and 2 other areas of law. Peter received a degree from New York University in 1963, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 55 Years Experience 55 year
Call (616) 710-4533

Profile Summary

About Peter Visserman at a glance

Peter Visserman is a trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets attorney based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971), New York (1990), and Michigan (1990). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1971) and New York University (M.E.E. University, 1963). Serves clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Visserman is a lawyer practicing patent law, trademark law, copyright law and 2 other areas of law
  • Peter received a degree from New York University in 1963, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Peter practices in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Visserman's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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 Grand Rapids 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Visserman

Where is Peter Visserman's law office located?
Peter Visserman's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Visserman handle?
Peter Visserman focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Peter Visserman practiced law?
Peter Visserman has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Peter Visserman go to law school?
Peter Visserman earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (M.E.E. University, 1963).
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1971
M.E.E. University
New York University
- 1963

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1971
New York
Admitted: 1990
Michigan
Admitted: 1990

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