Atty. Robert Brian O'Rourke

Atty. Robert Brian O'Rourke

Robert Brian O'Rourke is a lawyer practicing litigation support, patent, intellectual property law and 1 other area of law. Robert received a M.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Sunnyvale Sunnyvale 27 yrs experience 27 year
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About Robert Brian O'Rourke at a glance

Robert Brian O'Rourke is a Partner based in Sunnyvale, California, practicing at Blakely Sokoloff Taylor & Zafman LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1999). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1998) and Carnegie Mellon University (M.S. Electrical, 1990). Serands clients in Sunnyvale, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Brian O'Rourke is a lawyer practicing litigation support, patent, intellectual property law and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a M.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1990, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Robert practices at Blakely Sokoloff Taylor & Zafman LLP in Sunnyvale, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Brian O'Rourke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Brian O'Rourke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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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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 Sunnyvale 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 Robert Brian O'Rourke

Where is Robert Brian O'Rourke's law office located?
Robert Brian O'Rourke's law practice is located in Sunnyvale, California. The firm is Blakely Sokoloff Taylor & Zafman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Brian O'Rourke handle?
Robert Brian O'Rourke focuses on patent, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Brian O'Rourke practiced law?
Robert Brian O'Rourke has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Robert Brian O'Rourke go to law school?
Robert Brian O'Rourke earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.S. Electrical, 1990).
How can I contact Robert Brian O'Rourke for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1998
M.S. Electrical
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1999

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