It is not uncommon for lawyers who practice mostly in state court, or perhaps in one particular federal district, to find themselves with a case headed straight for an unfamiliar federal venue. This is especially true in high-volume patent venues, including the Central District of California, the Eastern and Western Districts of Texas, and the District of Delaware. We have practiced in all of these districts and can help you navigate your case. This is especially useful in Central District of California, which is the largest federal district in the country, covering seven counties and over 19 million people across a large swath of southern California, spanning from the Pacific Ocean to the Nevada and Arizona borders, and comprising the major metropolitan areas of Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. This district has the largest number of active judges (28), tied only by the Southern District of New York. In 2022 alone, over 13,600 new civil cases were filed in this district.
If you find yourself in one of these districts for the first time, or perhaps your federal case is just one of many you have across the country all vying for your limited time, consider including us as part of your litigation strategy to benefit from our in-depth familiarity with local federal practice in these districts. In this context, we are available for consulting engagements to assist with select aspects of your federal case as needed, and to provide expert guidance and peace of mind for you and your client throughout the litigation process.
Although such consulting arrangements are most common in our main areas of expertise—intellectual property and appellate matters—requests for assistance in other types of federal matters will be considered on a case-by-case basis.