Atty. Yang Tang

Atty. Yang Tang

Yang Tang is a lawyer practicing patent application, life sciences & biotechnology, licensing and 3 other areas of law. Yang received a degree from University of San Diego Southwestern Law School, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 13 years.

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Profile Summary

About Yang Tang at a Glance

Yang Tang is an Associate based in San Diego, California, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on patent, criminal defense, and ip. Admitted to practice in California United States Patent and Trademark Office (2013) and District of Columbia (2015). Educated at University of San Diego Southwestern Law School, San Diego CA Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio M.S. Xiamen University, Fujian, China B.S. (—). Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Yang Tang

  • Yang Tang is a lawyer practicing patent application, life sciences & biotechnology, licensing and 3 other areas of law
  • Yang received a degree from University of San Diego Southwestern Law School, San Diego CA, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Yang practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Yang Tang's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Yang Tang handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.

Patent Law in San Diego

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Criminal Defense in San Diego

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Intellectual Property in San Diego

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 San Diego

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 Diego 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 Diego Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a San Diego-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Yang Tang

Where is Yang Tang's law office located?
Yang Tang's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Yang Tang handle?
Yang Tang focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Yang Tang practiced law?
Yang Tang has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Yang Tang go to law school?
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How can I contact Yang Tang for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in San Diego Choose Yang Tang

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 Yang Tang's practice in the field of patent, criminal defense, and ip.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Yang Tang brings 13+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Multi-State Bar Admission

Licensed in California United States Patent and Trademark Office and District of Columbia, Yang Tang can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering patent, criminal defense, and ip, Yang Tang can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in San Diego

A San Diego-based practice means Yang Tang 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 Yang Tang Handles in San Diego

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Yang Tang 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.

Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Yang Tang directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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How People Find Yang Tang Online

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Education & Law School Background

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University of San Diego Southwestern Law School, San Diego CA Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio M.S. Xiamen University, Fujian, China B.S.
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California United States Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2013
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2015

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