Atty. Werner H. Stemer
Werner H. Stemer grew up in the Montafon Valley in Vorarlberg, Austria.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Hollywood, FL · 27+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Werner H. Stemer at a Glance
Werner H. Stemer is a Partner based in Hollywood, Florida, practicing at Lerner Greenberg Stemer LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and (1999). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 1999) and University of Innsbruck, Austria (M.A. Florida, 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association (Member, ABA IPL, 2000) The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Hollywood, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from Werner H. Stemer in Hollywood
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About Werner H. Stemer
- Werner H. Stemer grew up in the Montafon Valley in Vorarlberg, Austria
- He has lived in Florida since 1984 and makes his home in Fort Lauderdale together with his wife Ann
- His daughter Sarah (“go Gators”) is an attorney and his son Jake (“go Knights”) has just finished his studies at the University of Central Florida (let's see what the future brings)
- Mr. Stemer holds degrees from the University of Innsbruck, Austria (M.A.), from Florida International University (B.S., physics), from Kennedy Western University (Ph.D.), and from Nova Southeastern University (J.D., magna cum laude)
- Mr. Stemer has more than twenty years experience in patent law and he is board certified as an expert in intellectual property law (Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization)
- His primary expertise lies in the prosecution of patents and trademarks, patent appeals, international (PCT) patent applications
- A substantial amount of his time is spent on patent reexaminations, clearance opinions, and infringement opinions
- Mr. Stemer’s primary technical expertise lies in general and applied physics, in physical chemistry, mechanical and electrical engineering, computer engineering, and software applications
- Werner Stemer has published several articles and commentaries in English and in German, and he has lectured on a wide range of corresponding topics in Europe and in the United States
- His publications include: • Patentschutz in wichtigen Exportmärkten, Apfelthaler, et al.(publ.), Facultas Verlag, Vienna, Austria 2008. • Das Wirtschaftsrecht der USA für Unternehmensgründer, Apfelthaler, Stemer, et al., Verlag Österreich, Vienna, Austria 2003. • Not With a Bang, but a Whimper: The Long-Awaited Festo Decision - Patent Café, http://www.patentcafe.com • The Doctrine of Equivalents after Hilton Davis and Markman, and a Proposal for Further Clarification, 22 Nova L. Rev. 783 (1998). • Protection of Intellectual Property through Patents, Trademarks, and Copyright, Dissertation, Kennedy Western University Press (1997). • U.S
- Warenzeichen für österreichische Anmelder, Internatiale Wirtschaft (published by the Austrian Chamber of Commerce
- Werner H. Stemer was appointed an Honorary Consul for Austria in 2009, with representation for the Miami and Palm Beach areas
- He is the head of mission of the Austrian Consulate Miami
- For information, please visit the website of the Austrian Consulate
Practice Areas Explained
Werner H. Stemer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Werner H. Stemer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hollywood.
Patent Law in Hollywood
Werner H. Stemer is one of 20,632 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Florida →
Trademark Law in Hollywood
Werner H. Stemer is one of 23,086 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in Florida →
Intellectual Property in Hollywood
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Werner H. Stemer is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Florida →
Appellate Practice in Hollywood
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Werner H. Stemer is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hollywood
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hollywood are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hollywood Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hollywood-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.
Looking for additional Florida attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Hollywood or all attorneys in Florida.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About Werner H. Stemer
Where is Werner H. Stemer's law office located?
What practice areas does Werner H. Stemer handle?
How long has Werner H. Stemer practiced law?
Where did Werner H. Stemer go to law school?
How can I contact Werner H. Stemer for a consultation?
What awards or recognition has Werner H. Stemer received?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Hollywood Choose Werner H. Stemer
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 Werner H. Stemer's practice in the field of patent, trademark, ip, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Werner H. Stemer brings 27+ 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, trademark, and ip, Werner H. Stemer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hollywood
A Hollywood-based practice means Werner H. Stemer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Werner H. Stemer Handles in Hollywood
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Werner H. Stemer has experience with under Florida 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 Werner H. Stemer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find Werner H. Stemer Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Hollywood commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like Werner H. Stemer.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with Werner H. Stemer directly.
Werner H. Stemer's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Awards & Professional Honors
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — Werner H. Stemer
No reviews yet.