Atty. Thomas M. Small

Atty. Thomas M. Small

Thomas M. Small is a lawyer practicing mechanical practice, trademark application, copyright application and 1 other area of law.

San Diego San Diego 69 Years Experience 69 year
Call (760) 558-4070

Profile Summary

About Thomas M. Small at a glance

Thomas M. Small is a trademark, copyright, and litigation attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 69+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1957. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1957), Illinois (1960), and California U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Seventh, Ninth and Federal Circuits registered to practice (1970). Educated at Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis (JD, 1975) and Indiana Univ Indianapolis SOL, IN Indiana University(J.D., 1957 Purdue University, IN (—). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas M. Small is a lawyer practicing mechanical practice, trademark application, copyright application and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a degree from Indiana Univ Indianapolis SOL, IN, and has been licensed for 69 years
  • Thomas practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas M. Small's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas M. Small handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 San Diego 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.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Thomas M. Small's law office located?
Thomas M. Small's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas M. Small handle?
Thomas M. Small focuses on trademark, copyright, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas M. Small practiced law?
Thomas M. Small has 69+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1957.
Where did Thomas M. Small go to law school?
Thomas M. Small earned their education at (JD, 1975); (—).
How can I contact Thomas M. Small for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Indiana University School of Law, Indianapolis
- 1975
Indiana Univ Indianapolis SOL, IN Indiana University(J.D., 1957 Purdue University, IN
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1957
Illinois
Admitted: 1960
California U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth, Seventh, Ninth and Federal Circuits registered to practice
Admitted: 1970

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