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About Us

HPL provides reasonably priced, customized services in all facets of intellectual property law for individual inventors, start-up businesses, and corporations positioned for growth, across California, the United States and the world.

As a boutique intellectual property firm, we work directly with founders, engineers, and in-house counsel to understand their technology and business goals, and then build practical IP strategies that fit where the company is today and where it wants to go.

The firm regularly represents clients, both as rights-holders and as accused infringers, in all types of intellectual property claims, including:

Full range of services:

  • Trademark and Patent Prosecution
  • Copyright Registration
  • Prior Art Searches, Freedom to Use Analyses
  • Trademark, Patent, and Copyright Litigation (rights holders and accused infringers)
  • Expert Witnesses
  • Local Counsel Representation

Our expertise is determining the correct protection for each client based on their risks, with an eye on the budget. As a small firm, we can take the time to assess the legal situation and propose a detailed course of action suited to each client. 

Contact HPLfor information on how we can help your company protect your vital intellectual assets — and your competitive edge.

  • Customized IP Solutions
    No two clients are treated the same. HPL tailors its intellectual property services to the unique goals of inventors, startups, and growing companies, delivering practical and effective results.
  • Proven Track Record
    With 38 years of experience and a long history of success, HPL is a safe bet for protecting intellectual property. The firm’s awards and courtroom results reflect consistent, objective excellence.
  • Fast, Responsive Service
    Most matters are completed within two weeks, many within 24 hours. Clients benefit from quick turnaround times, easy onboarding, and direct access to experienced attorneys.
  • Cost-Conscious Strategy
    Every recommendation is made with the client’s budget and long-term protection in mind. HPL focuses on what truly matters, avoiding unnecessary services that add cost without value.
  • Patexia Active Law Firm
  • Super Lawyers
  • Patexia Most Active Attorney
  • ACQ
  • Super Lawyers Selected
  • Corporate LiveWire Awards
  • Continent Awards
  • IP Excellence Awards
  • Chamber Spotlight

What Clients Say About Working With HPL

  • “Very Professional”
    “Any correspondence I've had with Marc or Kevin has been replied to instantly, well, it seemed that way.”
    - Garland R.
  • “Upfront Pricing”
    “The team at HPL is the best IP group I have worked with in my 15 years of business.”
    - Geoffrey G.
  • “Above & Beyond”
    “Marc helped defending us against Higbee. We are so grateful to have him.”
    - Hanh N.
  • “Extremely Responsive”
    “I've worked with Marc & Kevin, along with the rest of their team for almost 5 years now and they have been a critical part of our patent process in R&D as well as providing consulting services for handling specific business cases--it's no wonder th”
    - Tammy L.
  • “24/7 Support”
    “Suffice to say, I can without hesitation recommend Hankin Patent Law for all of your IP related legal needs.”
    - Joe D.
  • “Still Amazed”
    “HPL got my email on Friday night, and by Monday morning, my Trademark Application was submitted to the Trademark Office.”
    - Carol M.
  • “Trustworthy”
    “I can't speak highly enough of Marc and the work he does!”
    - Kristine K.
  • “Wholeheartedly Recommend”
    “Marc Hankin is an amazing lawyer and a wonderful, kind person.”
    - Lubna J.

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