Atty. Steven D. Gardner

Atty. Steven D. Gardner

Mr. Steven D.

Raleigh Raleigh 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (757) 936-4197 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Steven D. Gardner at a glance

Steven D. Gardner is a Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court for the Cen (1992). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1994) and University of North Carolina at Charlotte B.S. Electrical Engineering Phi Kappa Phi University of North Carolina at Charlotte B.S. Tau Beta Pi University of North Carolina at Charlotte B.S. U (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Steven D. Gardner is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, patent prosecution & counseling and 2 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Steven practices at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in Raleigh, NC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Steven D. Gardner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven D. Gardner 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 North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven D. Gardner

Where is Steven D. Gardner's law office located?
Steven D. Gardner's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven D. Gardner handle?
Steven D. Gardner focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Steven D. Gardner practiced law?
Steven D. Gardner has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Steven D. Gardner go to law school?
Steven D. Gardner earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (—).
How can I contact Steven D. Gardner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven D. Gardner received?
Steven D. Gardner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1994
University of North Carolina at Charlotte B.S. Electrical Engineering Phi Kappa Phi University of North Carolina at Charlotte B.S. Tau Beta Pi University of North Carolina at Charlotte B.S. U
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas U.S. District Court for the Cen
Admitted: 1992

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