Atty. Robert Edward David Krebs

Atty. Robert Edward David Krebs

Robert Edward David Krebs is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property law. Robert received a M.S. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1981, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 57 yrs experience 57 year
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About Robert Edward David Krebs at a glance

Robert Edward David Krebs is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1969), Utah (1971), and California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1973). Educated at California State University at San Jose (M.S. University, 1981) and University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D., 1969). Active member of Palo Alto and The Colorado Bar Associations State Bar of California (Member, Intellectual Property Section) San Francisco Patent and Trademark Law Association Licensing Executives Society. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert Edward David Krebs is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property law
  • Robert received a M.S. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1981, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Robert practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Edward David Krebs's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Edward David Krebs handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Palo Alto 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 Edward David Krebs

Where is Robert Edward David Krebs's law office located?
Robert Edward David Krebs's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Edward David Krebs handle?
Robert Edward David Krebs focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Edward David Krebs practiced law?
Robert Edward David Krebs has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Robert Edward David Krebs go to law school?
Robert Edward David Krebs earned their education at (M.S. University, 1981); (J.D., 1969).
How can I contact Robert Edward David Krebs for a consultation?
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Education

M.S. University
California State University at San Jose
- 1981
J.D.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1969
Utah
Admitted: 1971
California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1973

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