Atty. William A Birdwell

Atty. William A Birdwell

Mr. William A Birdwell is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property litigation.

Portland Portland 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About William A Birdwell at a glance

William A Birdwell is a Member based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Birdwell And Janke Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1973) and California (1991). Educated at University of Colorado Law School (J.D., 1973) and Oregon State University (B.S. Electrical, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Multnomah County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. William A Birdwell is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property litigation
  • William received a B.S. degree from Oregon State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • William practices at Birdwell & Janke LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

William A Birdwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A Birdwell 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William A Birdwell

Where is William A Birdwell's law office located?
William A Birdwell's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Birdwell And Janke Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William A Birdwell handle?
William A Birdwell focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has William A Birdwell practiced law?
William A Birdwell has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did William A Birdwell go to law school?
William A Birdwell earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S. Electrical, 1969).
How can I contact William A Birdwell for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William A Birdwell received?
William A Birdwell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Colorado Law School
- 1973
B.S. Electrical
Oregon State University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1973
California
Admitted: 1991

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