Av. David Brian Ritchie

Av. David Brian Ritchie

David Brian Ritchie is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 7 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from California Institute of Technology in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Profile Summary

About David Brian Ritchie at a glance

David Brian Ritchie is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, contracts, copyright, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1983) and Nevada U.S. District Court, Southern, Central, Northern and Eastern Districts of California U.S. Cou (1996). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1983) and California Institute of Technology (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Los Angeles and American (Member, Intellectual Property Law Section) Bar Associations State Bar of California American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Hakkında

  • David Brian Ritchie is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, copyrights and 7 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from California Institute of Technology in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • David practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Brian Ritchie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Brian Ritchie handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Contracts

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Copyright Law

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Criminal Defense

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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 David Brian Ritchie

Where is David Brian Ritchie's law office located?
David Brian Ritchie's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Brian Ritchie handle?
David Brian Ritchie focuses on patent, trademark, contracts, copyright, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Brian Ritchie practiced law?
David Brian Ritchie has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did David Brian Ritchie go to law school?
David Brian Ritchie earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact David Brian Ritchie for a consultation?
You can contact David Brian Ritchie 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 David Brian Ritchie received?
David Brian Ritchie's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Eğitim

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1983
B.S.
California Institute of Technology
- 1980

Ödüller

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983
Nevada U.S. District Court, Southern, Central, Northern and Eastern Districts of California U.S. Cou
Admitted: 1996

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