Atty. Rakesh Joseph Michael

Atty. Rakesh Joseph Michael

Rakesh Joseph Michael is a lawyer practicing patent application, business methods, communication networks and 36 other areas of law. Rakesh received a B.S.E. degree from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

San Jose San Jose 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Rakesh Joseph Michael at a glance

Rakesh Joseph Michael is an Associate based in San Jose, California, practicing at Schwegman, Lundberg & Woessner P.A.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on patent, business, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York (2009) and California U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2015). Educated at The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan (B.S.E., 2005) and The University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor, Michigan J.D. 2008 Associate Editor for the Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review (—). Serands clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rakesh Joseph Michael is a lawyer practicing patent application, business methods, communication networks and 36 other areas of law
  • Rakesh received a B.S.E. degree from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Rakesh practices at Schwegman, Lundberg & Woessner P.A. in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Rakesh Joseph Michael's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Internet & Cyber Law

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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 San Jose 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 Rakesh Joseph Michael

Where is Rakesh Joseph Michael's law office located?
Rakesh Joseph Michael's law practice is located in San Jose, California. The firm is Schwegman, Lundberg & Woessner P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rakesh Joseph Michael handle?
Rakesh Joseph Michael focuses on patent, business, entertainment, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Rakesh Joseph Michael practiced law?
Rakesh Joseph Michael has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Rakesh Joseph Michael go to law school?
Rakesh Joseph Michael earned their education at (B.S.E., 2005); (—).
How can I contact Rakesh Joseph Michael for a consultation?
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Education

B.S.E.
The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- 2005
The University of Michigan Law School, Ann Arbor, Michigan J.D. 2008 Associate Editor for the Michigan Telecommunications and Technology Law Review
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009
California U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2015

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