Atty. Steven Michael Auvil

Atty. Steven Michael Auvil

Steven Michael Auvil is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, licensing, patents and 3 other areas of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Michael Auvil at a glance

Steven Michael Auvil is a Partner based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1994) and District of Columbia (2014). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D. New, 1993) and The Ohio State University (B.S. Mechanical, 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Michael Auvil is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, licensing, patents and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Steven practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Michael Auvil's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Michael Auvil 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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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Common questions about Steven Michael Auvil

Where is Steven Michael Auvil's law office located?
Steven Michael Auvil's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Squire Patton Boggs. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Michael Auvil handle?
Steven Michael Auvil focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Steven Michael Auvil practiced law?
Steven Michael Auvil has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Steven Michael Auvil go to law school?
Steven Michael Auvil earned their education at (J.D. New, 1993); (B.S. Mechanical, 1988).
How can I contact Steven Michael Auvil for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven Michael Auvil received?
Steven Michael Auvil's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. New
Cleveland State University
- 1993
B.S. Mechanical
The Ohio State University
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2014

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