Atty. Richard James Codding

Atty. Richard James Codding

Richard James Codding is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, itc section 337 investigations. Richard received a B.E.E. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.

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About Richard James Codding at a glance

Richard James Codding is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1970) and California U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Federal Circuit U.S. (1987). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1969) and Georgia Institute of Technology (B.E.E., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard James Codding is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip litigation, itc section 337 investigations
  • Richard received a B.E.E. degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Richard practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard James Codding's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 Los Angeles 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 Richard James Codding

Where is Richard James Codding's law office located?
Richard James Codding's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard James Codding handle?
Richard James Codding focuses on ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard James Codding practiced law?
Richard James Codding has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Richard James Codding go to law school?
Richard James Codding earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.E.E., 1966).
How can I contact Richard James Codding for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard James Codding received?
Richard James Codding's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1969
B.E.E.
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1970
California U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Federal Circuit U.S.
Admitted: 1987

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