Atty. William Patrick Keane

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.

San Francisco San Francisco 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

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

Patent Law

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Business & Corporate 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Patrick Keane

Where is William Patrick Keane's law office located?
William Patrick Keane's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Farella Braun Martel Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Patrick Keane handle?
William Patrick Keane focuses on patent, business, ip, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William Patrick Keane practiced law?
William Patrick Keane has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William Patrick Keane go to law school?
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How can I contact William Patrick Keane for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Patrick Keane received?
William Patrick Keane's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Hastings College of the Law J.D.
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University of California at Berkeley B.A. Political Science
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986

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