Atty. Stephen D. Milbrath

Atty. Stephen D. Milbrath

Expertise Steve Milbrath leads Accel’s Litigation Practice, bringing diverse experience in the federal and state court systems as well as Arbitration and Mediation proceedings. Steve is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in both Business Litigation and Intellectual Property Law.

Orlando Orlando 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen D. Milbrath at a glance

Stephen D. Milbrath is a Litigation Attorney, Intellectual Property and Commercial Law based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Accel IP Law, PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in Florida (1977), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1977), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1981). Educated at Oklahoma City University (J.D., 1977) and Florida State University (M.S. Public, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Expertise Steve Milbrath leads Accel’s Litigation Practice, bringing diverse experience in the federal and state court systems as well as Arbitration and Mediation proceedings
  • Steve is Board Certified by The Florida Bar in both Business Litigation and Intellectual Property Law
  • He has over 40 years experience as a trial lawyer and the appeal of complex business cases, including all phases of patent and trademark litigation and a wide range of business disputes
  • Steve holds an AV-Preeminent peer review-rating from Martindale-Hubbell
  • Steve has assisted hundreds of business owners, entrepreneurs, executives and other stakeholders with protecting their important ideas, inventions and trade secrets
  • He has achieved considerable success protecting the rights and interests of his commercial clients in a wide range of business-related disputes
  • Areas of Legal Practice Steve litigates cases in Intellectual Property Law, Antitrust Law and the wide range of Business Disputes
  • He also counsels clients in business transactions and other practice areas, including copyright, trademark, non-competition and trade secret matters
  • Steve is based in the firm’s Orlando Office, but remains available to represent clients both regionally and throughout the Federal Court system
  • Background In law school Steve was the Survey Editor for the Oklahoma City University Law Review (1976) and the recipient of American Jurisprudence Book Awards in Commercial Paper and Remedies
  • Also while in law school, Steve served as law clerk to the Honorable Dwain Box, Chief Judge, Oklahoma Court of Appeals, Division I (1975-76)
  • After graduating third in his class from law school, Steve served as law clerk to the Honorable George C. Young, Chief Judge, United States District Court, Middle District of Florida (1977-78)
  • After completing his clerkship, followed by a period of private litigation practice, Steve served as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Middle District of Florida (1980-83)
  • Later, after returning to private practice, Steve served as Special Assistant United States Attorney in winding up a complex case
  • Recognition Guardian ad Litem Award of Excellence, 2011-2016: Award presented to an attorney who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment to pro bono case work for Orange County Bar Legal Aid Society Clients
  • Mr. Milbrath has been a pro bono panel member since 1992 and has primarily taken Guardian ad Litem (legal guardian) cases
  • He has assisted 30 children and provided over 300 hours on closed cases in the last 10 years
  • Florida Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers of America Florida Trend Legal Elite Orlando Magazine Best Lawyers: 2010-2020 Orlando Magazine’s Top Legal Professionals: Regularly since 2009 AV Preeminent® Top Rated Lawyer, by Martindale-Hubbell TM Managing Intellectual Property magazine: IP Star, 2014 Prior and Current Affiliations Adjunct Lecturer in Internet Law, University of Florida, Levin Law Center (2002-03) Memberships: The Business Law Section of The Florida Bar, Intellectual Property Committee and Computer and Cyber Law Committee of the Business Law Section Member, Orange County and Lake County Bar Associations, The Federalist Society

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen D. Milbrath's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen D. Milbrath handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen D. Milbrath

Where is Stephen D. Milbrath's law office located?
Stephen D. Milbrath's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Accel IP Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen D. Milbrath handle?
Stephen D. Milbrath focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen D. Milbrath practiced law?
Stephen D. Milbrath has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Stephen D. Milbrath go to law school?
Stephen D. Milbrath earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (M.S. Public, 1972).
How can I contact Stephen D. Milbrath for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen D. Milbrath received?
Stephen D. Milbrath's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Oklahoma City University
- 1977
M.S. Public
Florida State University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District
Admitted: 1988

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