Atty. Stephen Rubin
Stephen Rubin is a lawyer practicing antitrust, intellectual property law, business law intellectual property law and 4 other areas of law. Stephen received a degree from University of Virginia Southwestern Law School, Charlottesville VA, and has been licensed for 57 years.
Antitrust & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 57+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Rubin at a Glance
Stephen Rubin is a Member based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Law Office of Stephen Rubin. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), U.S. Court of Appeals (1971), U.S. Supreme Court (1973), and District of Columbia (1982). Educated at Columbia University (J.D. Columbia, 1969) and University of Virginia Southwestern Law School, Charlottesville VA University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar The Florida Bar New York State, American and Federal Circuit Bar Associations American Law Institute. Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Rubin
- Stephen Rubin is a lawyer practicing antitrust, intellectual property law, business law intellectual property law and 4 other areas of law
- Stephen received a degree from University of Virginia Southwestern Law School, Charlottesville VA, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Stephen practices at Law Office of Stephen Rubin in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Rubin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Rubin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Trademark Law in Santa Monica
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Copyright Law in Santa Monica
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Business & Corporate Law in Santa Monica
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Real Estate Law in Santa Monica
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Intellectual Property in Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica
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 Santa Monica 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.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-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 Santa Monica Choose Stephen Rubin
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 Stephen Rubin's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Rubin brings 57+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, and U.S. Supreme Court, Stephen Rubin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and business, Stephen Rubin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Stephen Rubin 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 Stephen Rubin Handles in Santa Monica
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen Rubin 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.
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