Atty. William Patrick Keane
William Patrick Keane is a lawyer practicing antitrust, business litigation, intellectual property litigation and 5 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley, and has been licensed for 40 years.
Antitrust & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 40+ Years Experience
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About William Patrick Keane at a Glance
William Patrick Keane is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Farella Braun Martel Llp. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1986). Educated at Hastings College of the Law J.D. (—) and University of California at Berkeley B.A. Political Science (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William Patrick Keane
- William Patrick Keane is a lawyer practicing antitrust, business litigation, intellectual property litigation and 5 other areas of law
- William received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley, and has been licensed for 40 years
- William practices at Farella Braun + Martel LLP in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
William Patrick Keane's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Patrick Keane handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Patent Law in San Francisco
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Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
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Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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White Collar Crimes in San Francisco
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Civil Litigation in San Francisco
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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 venue, 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose William Patrick Keane
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 Patrick Keane's practice in the field of patent, business, ip, white collar, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Patrick Keane brings 40+ 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, business, and ip, William Patrick Keane can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means William Patrick Keane 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 Patrick Keane Handles in San Francisco
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