Atty. Robert Thomas Haslam
Robert Thomas Haslam is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, section 337 investigations and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 50+ Years Experience
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About Robert Thomas Haslam at a Glance
Robert Thomas Haslam is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Covington & Burling LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D. Order, 1976) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S. Aeronautics, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Thomas Haslam
- Robert Thomas Haslam is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, section 337 investigations and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Robert practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Palo Alto, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Thomas Haslam's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Thomas Haslam handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Patent Law in Palo Alto
Robert Thomas Haslam is one of 20,632 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Palo Alto
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Robert Thomas Haslam is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Trade Secrets in Palo Alto
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Civil Litigation in Palo Alto
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Palo Alto
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert Thomas Haslam is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
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 venue, 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.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Palo Alto Choose Robert Thomas Haslam
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Thomas Haslam's practice in the field of patent, ip, trade secrets, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Thomas Haslam brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and trade secrets, Robert Thomas Haslam can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Robert Thomas Haslam attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert Thomas Haslam Handles in Palo Alto
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Thomas Haslam has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert Thomas Haslam directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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