Atty. William Carl Steffin

Atty. William Carl Steffin

William Carl Steffin is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About William Carl Steffin at a glance

William Carl Steffin is a Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1972) and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trad (1984). Educated at University of California Hastings College of the Law, (J.D., 1972) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County (Chair, Intellectual Property Section, 1980-1981) and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association U, S, and Chair, ABA Torts and Insurance Practice Section, Intellectual Property Committee, Trademark Association Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Carl Steffin is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Carl Steffin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Carl Steffin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Florida

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 Fort Lauderdale 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Carl Steffin

Where is William Carl Steffin's law office located?
William Carl Steffin's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Carl Steffin handle?
William Carl Steffin focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Carl Steffin practiced law?
William Carl Steffin has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William Carl Steffin go to law school?
William Carl Steffin earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact William Carl Steffin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Carl Steffin received?
William Carl Steffin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California Hastings College of the Law,
- 1972
B.S.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trad
Admitted: 1984

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