Atty. Warren Joseph Melnik

Atty. Warren Joseph Melnik

Warren Joseph Melnik is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Warren received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Warren Joseph Melnik at a glance

Warren Joseph Melnik is an Attorney based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Jones Day. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1995), Pennsylvania (2003), and California (2008). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1994) and The Ohio State University (B.S., 1991). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Warren Joseph Melnik is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Warren received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Warren practices at Jones Day in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Warren Joseph Melnik's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Warren Joseph Melnik handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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 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 Palo Alto 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 andnue, 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

Common questions about Warren Joseph Melnik

Where is Warren Joseph Melnik's law office located?
Warren Joseph Melnik's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Warren Joseph Melnik handle?
Warren Joseph Melnik focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Warren Joseph Melnik practiced law?
Warren Joseph Melnik has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Warren Joseph Melnik go to law school?
Warren Joseph Melnik earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Warren Joseph Melnik for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1994
B.S.
The Ohio State University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1995
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2003
California
Admitted: 2008

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