Atty. Tom Chen
Tom Chen is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, intellectual property litigation and 3 other areas of law. Tom received a degree from California State University at Northridge in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Costa Mesa, CA · 30+ Years Experience
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About Tom Chen at a Glance
Tom Chen is a Partner based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Haynes And Boone Llp. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on patent, real estate, ip, and international. Admitted to practice in California registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1996). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1996) and California State University at Northridge (M.S.E.E. University, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Tom Chen
- Tom Chen is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, intellectual property litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Tom received a degree from California State University at Northridge in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Tom practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA
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Tom Chen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tom Chen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Costa Mesa.
Patent Law in Costa Mesa
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Real Estate Law in Costa Mesa
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Intellectual Property in Costa Mesa
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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International Law in Costa Mesa
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Costa Mesa
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 Costa Mesa 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.
Costa Mesa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Costa Mesa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Costa Mesa Choose Tom Chen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Tom Chen's practice in the field of patent, real estate, ip, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Tom Chen brings 30+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, real estate, and ip, Tom Chen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Costa Mesa
A Costa Mesa-based practice means Tom Chen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Tom Chen Handles in Costa Mesa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Tom Chen has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Tom Chen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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