Atty. William A Simons
William A Simons is a lawyer practicing general practice, patent application, chemical patents and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Chemical Patents & More Attorney · Serving Hartford, CT · 53+ Years Experience
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About William A Simons at a Glance
William A Simons is a Counsel based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Cantor Colburn LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1973), California (1975), and Connecticut registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1999). Educated at Georgetown Law Center (J.D., 1972) and Michigan State University (B.S. Chem., 1968). Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William A Simons
- William A Simons is a lawyer practicing general practice, patent application, chemical patents and 6 other areas of law
- William received a B.S. degree from Michigan State University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- William practices at Cantor Colburn LLP in Hartford, CT
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William A Simons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William A Simons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hartford.
Patent Law in Hartford
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Intellectual Property in Hartford
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 Hartford
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hartford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hartford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hartford-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 Hartford Choose William A Simons
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 William A Simons's practice in the field of patent and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William A Simons brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, California, and Connecticut registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, William A Simons can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent and ip, William A Simons can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hartford
A Hartford-based practice means William A Simons 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 William A Simons Handles in Hartford
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