Atty. Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith

Atty. Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith

Mr. Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution.

Richardson Richardson 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith at a glance

Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith is a patent and ip attorney based in Richardson, Texas. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1980), U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1981), and Texas registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1980) and University of Michigan (B.S.E.E., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Richardson, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution
  • Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' practices in Richardson, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith is one of 20,749 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Texas →

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 Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith

Where is Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith's law office located?
Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith's law practice is located in Richardson, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith handle?
Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith practiced law?
Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith go to law school?
Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S.E.E., 1972).
How can I contact Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith received?
Thomas Murray 'Murray Smith' Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1980
B.S.E.E.
University of Michigan
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
Texas registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002

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