Atty. Robert L Stearns

Atty. Robert L Stearns

Robert L Stearns is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents. Robert received a B.S. degree from Michigan Technological University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Troy Troy 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert L Stearns at a glance

Robert L Stearns is a Member based in Troy, Michigan, practicing at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1992) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1992). Educated at Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., 1991) and Michigan Technological University (B.S. Metallurgical, 1987). Active member of Saginaw County, American and Federal Circuit Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan Michigan Patent Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert L Stearns is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patents
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Michigan Technological University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Robert practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Troy, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Robert L Stearns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert L Stearns 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 Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert L Stearns

Where is Robert L Stearns's law office located?
Robert L Stearns's law practice is located in Troy, Michigan. The firm is Dickinson Wright PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert L Stearns handle?
Robert L Stearns focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Robert L Stearns practiced law?
Robert L Stearns has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Robert L Stearns go to law school?
Robert L Stearns earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Metallurgical, 1987).
How can I contact Robert L Stearns for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Michigan State University College of Law
- 1991
B.S. Metallurgical
Michigan Technological University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1992

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