Atty. Robert Edward Pitts

Atty. Robert Edward Pitts

Robert Edward Pitts is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

Knoxville Knoxville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Edward Pitts at a glance

Robert Edward Pitts is a Managing Partner based in Knoxville, Tennessee, practicing at Pitts & Lake, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Tennessee U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of (1974). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D. Engineering, 1974) and University of Tennessee (B.S. Engineering, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Knoxville, Tennessee, American and Federal Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Tennessee Trial Lawyer Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Tennessee Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Knoxville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert Edward Pitts is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Tennessee in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Robert practices at Pitts & Lake, P.C. in Knoxville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Edward Pitts's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

Robert Edward Pitts is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Tennessee →

Trademark Law

Robert Edward Pitts is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Tennessee →

Copyright Law

Robert Edward Pitts is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in Tennessee →

Intellectual Property

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

Robert Edward Pitts is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Robert Edward Pitts is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Edward Pitts

Where is Robert Edward Pitts's law office located?
Robert Edward Pitts's law practice is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The firm is Pitts & Lake, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Edward Pitts handle?
Robert Edward Pitts focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Robert Edward Pitts practiced law?
Robert Edward Pitts has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Robert Edward Pitts go to law school?
Robert Edward Pitts earned their education at (J.D. Engineering, 1974); (B.S. Engineering, 1969).
How can I contact Robert Edward Pitts for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Edward Pitts directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Edward Pitts received?
Robert Edward Pitts's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Engineering
University of Tennessee
- 1974
B.S. Engineering
University of Tennessee
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee U.S. District Court, Middle District of
Admitted: 1974

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