Atty. William Roger Lambert
William Roger Lambert is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution and counseling, aerospace & defense and 3 other areas of law. William received a Ph.D. degree from California Institute of Technology, and has been licensed for 24 years.
Aerospace & Defense & More Attorney · Serving Menlo Park, CA · 24+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About William Roger Lambert at a Glance
William Roger Lambert is a Partner based in Menlo Park, California, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, government, and aviation. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002). Educated at University of New Hampshire J.D. (—) and California Institute of Technology Ph.D. Chemical Physics University of California, Berkeley B.A. Biochemistry (—). Active member of Memberships •American Association for the Advancement of Science, Member •American Bar Association, Member •American Chemical Society, Member •Silicon Valley Intellectual Property law Association, Member. Serves clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Get Legal Help from William Roger Lambert in Menlo Park
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About William Roger Lambert
- William Roger Lambert is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution and counseling, aerospace & defense and 3 other areas of law
- William received a Ph.D. degree from California Institute of Technology, and has been licensed for 24 years
- William practices at Sheppard Mullin in Menlo Park, CA
Practice Areas Explained
William Roger Lambert's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Roger Lambert handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Menlo Park.
Patent Law in Menlo Park
William Roger Lambert is one of 20,632 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Menlo Park
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
William Roger Lambert is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Menlo Park
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
William Roger Lambert is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Government & Administrative Law in Menlo Park
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
William Roger Lambert is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →
Aviation Law in Menlo Park
Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.
William Roger Lambert is one of 9,145 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Menlo Park
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 Menlo Park 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.
Menlo Park Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Menlo Park-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.
Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Menlo Park or all attorneys in California.
Frequently Asked
Common Questions About William Roger Lambert
Where is William Roger Lambert's law office located?
What practice areas does William Roger Lambert handle?
How long has William Roger Lambert practiced law?
Where did William Roger Lambert go to law school?
How can I contact William Roger Lambert for a consultation?
Professional Profile
Why Clients in Menlo Park Choose William Roger Lambert
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 Roger Lambert's practice in the field of patent, business, ip, government, and aviation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William Roger Lambert brings 24+ 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 Roger Lambert can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Menlo Park
A Menlo Park-based practice means William Roger Lambert attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues William Roger Lambert Handles in Menlo Park
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters William Roger Lambert has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact William Roger Lambert directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
Search Reference
How People Find William Roger Lambert Online
Prospective clients searching for legal help in Menlo Park commonly use a combination of the attorney's name and their specific legal need. The following search terms frequently lead people to this profile and to attorneys like William Roger Lambert.
If any of the above matches what you searched for, you've found the right profile. Use the contact options at the top of this page to get in touch with William Roger Lambert directly.
William Roger Lambert's Practice Areas & Specializations
Education & Law School Background
Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions
Client Reviews & Ratings — William Roger Lambert
No reviews yet.