Atty. Thomas Robert Hipkins

Atty. Thomas Robert Hipkins

Thomas Robert Hipkins is a lawyer practicing patent application, energy & utilities, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Minnesota State University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Thomas Robert Hipkins at a glance

Thomas Robert Hipkins is a Shareholder based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and energy. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2003) and US District Court, District of Minnesota registered to practice before US Patent and Trademark Offic (2003). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 2003) and Minnesota State University (B.S. Mechanical, 2000). Active member of Minnesota Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Minnesota American Indian Bar Association. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Robert Hipkins is a lawyer practicing patent application, energy & utilities, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from Minnesota State University in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Thomas practices at Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Robert Hipkins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Robert Hipkins 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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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Robert Hipkins

Where is Thomas Robert Hipkins's law office located?
Thomas Robert Hipkins's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Robert Hipkins handle?
Thomas Robert Hipkins focuses on patent, ip, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Thomas Robert Hipkins practiced law?
Thomas Robert Hipkins has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Thomas Robert Hipkins go to law school?
Thomas Robert Hipkins earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.S. Mechanical, 2000).
How can I contact Thomas Robert Hipkins for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 2003
B.S. Mechanical
Minnesota State University
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2003
US District Court, District of Minnesota registered to practice before US Patent and Trademark Offic
Admitted: 2003

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