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Bruce Kanuch
Currie Kendall, PLLC
6024 Eastman Ave.
Midland, MI 48640
Phone: (989) 839-0300 | Fax: (989) 832-0077
http://www.curriekendall.com
IP is Expensive, Strategy is a Must.
Legal Topic
Intellectual Property
Preferred New Clients
Will take any new clients in all areas of intellectual property law. I do not handle criminal matters.
Sub-Categories
Intellectual Property
- Copyrights
- Technology Licensing
- Trade Dress
- Trademarks
- Trade Secrets
- Business Process
- Internet Patents
- Mechanical
- Patent Design
- Plants
- Film
- Publishing
- Television
Bar Admissions
MI, Jun 1967
Bar Number: P15689
Specialty Certifications
Civil Mediation, U.S. Patent and Trademark Registration since 1967.
Other Court Admissions
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan.
Association Memberships
Michigan Bar, Midland Bar Association, Saginaw Valley Bar Association, American Intellectual Property Law Association, and Rotary International.
Continuing Education
I attend the annual American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) meeting with an intensive three day program. I attend Mediation Advance Skills seminars sponsored by the State Bar of Michigan.
Example Cases
Major Patent infringement litigation case with award of over $152 million. Patent infringement litigation with settlement in the eight figures.
Education
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
School:
Purdue University
City:
West Lafayette
State:
IN
Year:
1963
Honors:
Hovde Rowing Award and President Purdue Crew Club.
Focus and Accomplishments:
Business Major with a Technical Minor.
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
University of Minnesota School of Law
City:
Minneapolis
State:
MN
Year:
1966
Number of Attorneys
10
State Licensed In
Michigan
Firm Focus and History
Currie Kendall focuses on Business, Bankruptcy, Real Estate, Estate Planning and Probate, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property Law, Appellate Law, Education Law, Employment Law, Family Law, Financial Institution Law, Health Care Law, Municipal Law, Nonprofit Organizations, Real Estate Law, and Tax Law.
Currie Kendall has been providing legal services since 1905 to Michigan as well as clients located in other states.
Previous Employment Summary
Prior to coming to Currie Kendall, I spent over 40 years in corporate practice in almost all areas of Intellectual Property Law as well as Litigation and Contract Law relating thereto.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe it is good practice for clients to become somewhat familiar with the legal issues they are involved in, but to seek qualified legal counsel. Self-education enables them to ask better questions and also to understand the advice of legal counsel.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I have no problem reviewing documents and, in fact, in many patent application preparations, it's critical that the inventors provide written descriptions of their inventions.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I am willing to discuss legal issues, but I feel it is a mistake for them to represent themselves, just as it is for a patient to diagnose and medicate themselves.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
It's a way to serve and help others while making a living doing something that I love to do.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
Study, study, read, read, interact with many people in all walks of life, listen, listen.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
Love technical things, love the law. Intellectual Property Law is a perfect match of my skills and likes.
What do you like best about your career?
Being of service to others, generating assets in the form of intellectual property that can benefit clients' businesses.
Tell us about your law firm:
I am fortunate to work with skilled attorneys in legal areas different than mine. They can add insights to issues. The legal assistants and paralegals work closely with the attorneys to achieve common goals.
What are your strengths and style?
I am good listener, teacher, and team player. I prefer settlement over litigation because rarely does either side of litigation gain everything they wish and there are hidden costs even to the winner. Having said that, I am a good litigator if necessary.
Personal Interests:
Family first, Tae Kwon Do (5 Dan), and reading.
Fax
(989) 832-0077
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
No
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I have a schedule of certain fixed fees and hourly fees that I am willing to discuss with clients.
Hourly Rates
$225.
Free Initial Consultation?
I usually offer a free initial consultation.
Typical Retainer
I usually do not request a retainer. However, for certain out-of-pocket fees to governmental authorities, I require pre-payment.
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