Atty. William S. Galliani

Atty. William S. Galliani

William S. Galliani is a lawyer practicing patent counseling & prosecution, intellectual property, intellectual property litigation.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About William S. Galliani at a glance

William S. Galliani is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in California (1990) and Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1991). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 1990) and Northwestern University (B.A. Northwestern, 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William S. Galliani is a lawyer practicing patent counseling & prosecution, intellectual property, intellectual property litigation
  • William received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • William practices at Cooley LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

William S. Galliani's Areas of Practice

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

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 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 Palo Alto 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 S. Galliani

Where is William S. Galliani's law office located?
William S. Galliani's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William S. Galliani handle?
William S. Galliani focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has William S. Galliani practiced law?
William S. Galliani has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did William S. Galliani go to law school?
William S. Galliani earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Northwestern, 1984).
How can I contact William S. Galliani for a consultation?
You can contact William S. Galliani directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William S. Galliani received?
William S. Galliani's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 1990
B.A. Northwestern
Northwestern University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990
Illinois registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1991

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