Atty. Steven C Bruess

Atty. Steven C Bruess

Steven C Bruess is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, mechanical patents. Steven received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Steven C Bruess at a glance

Steven C Bruess is an Attorney based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Merchant And Gould. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1989). Educated at Indiana University (J.D., 1989) and University of Michigan (B.S.M.E., 1986). Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven C Bruess is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, mechanical patents
  • Steven received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Steven practices at Merchant & Gould P.C. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Steven C Bruess's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven C Bruess 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 Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven C Bruess

Where is Steven C Bruess's law office located?
Steven C Bruess's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Merchant And Gould. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven C Bruess handle?
Steven C Bruess focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Steven C Bruess practiced law?
Steven C Bruess has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Steven C Bruess go to law school?
Steven C Bruess earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S.M.E., 1986).
How can I contact Steven C Bruess for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University
- 1989
B.S.M.E.
University of Michigan
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Minnesota registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1989

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