Atty. Richard Thomas Black

Atty. Richard Thomas Black

Richard Thomas Black is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, business, litigation and dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

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Profile Summary

About Richard Thomas Black at a glance

Richard Thomas Black is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Foster Garvey Pc. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (1991). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1991) and University of Washington (B.A. Economics, 1988). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Washington State Bar Association Washington State Patent Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Computer Law Association Christian Legal Society Legatus. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Thomas Black is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, business, litigation and dispute resolution and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Richard practices at Foster Garvey PC in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Thomas Black's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate 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.

Richard Thomas Black is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Thomas Black

Where is Richard Thomas Black's law office located?
Richard Thomas Black's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Foster Garvey Pc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Thomas Black handle?
Richard Thomas Black focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Richard Thomas Black practiced law?
Richard Thomas Black has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Richard Thomas Black go to law school?
Richard Thomas Black earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A. Economics, 1988).
How can I contact Richard Thomas Black for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Thomas Black received?
Richard Thomas Black's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1991
B.A. Economics
University of Washington
- 1988

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1991

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