Atty. Thomas Michael Rizzo

Atty. Thomas Michael Rizzo

Dr. Thomas Michael Rizzo is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property, biotechnology.

Garnet Valley Garnet Valley 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Thomas Michael Rizzo at a glance

Thomas Michael Rizzo is a Member based in Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania, practicing at Thomas M. Rizzo. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1996), U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1996), District of Columbia (1998), and Pennsylvania registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2005). Educated at Syracuse University (J.D., 1995) and Cornell University (B.S. Microbiology, 1980). Active member of The Missouri Bar The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society American Association for the Advancement of Science. Serands clients in Garnet Valley, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dr. Thomas Michael Rizzo is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property, biotechnology
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1980, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Thomas practices at Thomas M. Rizzo in Garnet Valley, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Michael Rizzo's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Rizzo 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 Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Thomas Michael Rizzo's law office located?
Thomas Michael Rizzo's law practice is located in Garnet Valley, Pennsylvania. The firm is Thomas M. Rizzo. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Michael Rizzo handle?
Thomas Michael Rizzo focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Thomas Michael Rizzo practiced law?
Thomas Michael Rizzo has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Thomas Michael Rizzo go to law school?
Thomas Michael Rizzo earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S. Microbiology, 1980).
How can I contact Thomas Michael Rizzo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University
- 1995
B.S. Microbiology
Cornell University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998
Pennsylvania registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2005

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