Atty. Richard Kenneth Thomson

Atty. Richard Kenneth Thomson

Richard Kenneth Thomson is a lawyer practicing u.s. patent preparation and prosecution, foreign patent prosecution, licensing/confidentiality agreements. Richard received a degree from University of Missouri in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About Richard Kenneth Thomson at a glance

Richard Kenneth Thomson is a Member based in Fairview, Pennsylvania, practicing at Richard K. Thomson. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), Oklahoma (1986), Colorado (1986), and Pennsylvania registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1992). Educated at Washington College of Law, American University (J.D., 1978) and University of Missouri (B.S.A.E. University, 1970). Active member of Erie County and Pennsylvania Bar Associations. Serands clients in Fairview, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Kenneth Thomson is a lawyer practicing u.s. patent preparation and prosecution, foreign patent prosecution, licensing/confidentiality agreements
  • Richard received a degree from University of Missouri in 1970, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Richard practices at Richard K. Thomson in Fairview, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Kenneth Thomson's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairview are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Richard Kenneth Thomson's law office located?
Richard Kenneth Thomson's law practice is located in Fairview, Pennsylvania. The firm is Richard K. Thomson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Kenneth Thomson handle?
Richard Kenneth Thomson focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Richard Kenneth Thomson practiced law?
Richard Kenneth Thomson has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Richard Kenneth Thomson go to law school?
Richard Kenneth Thomson earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S.A.E. University, 1970).
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law, American University
- 1978
B.S.A.E. University
University of Missouri
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
Oklahoma
Admitted: 1986
Colorado
Admitted: 1986
Pennsylvania registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1992

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