Preamble

I am a registered patent attorney and am licensed to practice only before the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), or in the state of California.  Thus in federal matters such as patents, trademarks, and copyrights, I can represent United States and international clients before the USPTO.  For all other legal matters I can represent clients only before California state courts and before any of the federal courts for the Ninth Circuit, Central Division, within the state of California.

Legal Advice

The information presented on this website is for general informational purposes only, and should not be relied upon as legal advice. The information on this website is only intended to inform you and to help you learn more about legal matters that interest you. I do not make any promises, or offer any guarantee to you, that the information is up-to-date, complete, or free of errors. You are using the information I provide on this website at your own risk. You are strongly encouraged to consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation. 

Existence of an Attorney-Client Relationship

Your visit or use of this website does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and I and you should not act or rely upon any information appearing on this website without seeking the advice of an attorney.  All communications to me from this website or by use of any e-mail product are NOT secure and does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and I.  An attorney-client relationship between you and I will only be formed if there is an expressed agreement.

I have sought to comply with all legal and ethical requirements in creating this website.  I do not seek to use this website in any way as to represent anyone in a state where this site may fail to comply with the laws and ethical requirements of that state.