
Brent Allen Folsom, IP Attorney in Costa Mesa, California
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Patent, and Real Estate
PartneratHaynes And Boone Llp
Costa Mesa, CA
Practicing ip in Costa Mesa since 1999.
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- Years practicing
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Brent Allen Folsom is a partner based in Costa Mesa, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Real Estate. Brent has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haynes And Boone Llp.
- Based in
- Costa Mesa, CA
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent · Real Estate
- Handles IP, Patent, and Real Estate matters from Costa Mesa, CA.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brent Allen Folsom: Brent Allen Folsom is a partner based in Costa Mesa, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Real Estate. Brent has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haynes And Boone Llp.
Areas of practice
Brent's practice areas in Costa Mesa
Brent concentrates on ip, patent, real estate, and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP
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Trademark
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IP cases in Costa Mesa, California
Brent takes ip matters in Costa Mesa, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brent agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Costa Mesa, California
Brent takes patent matters in Costa Mesa, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brent agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Costa Mesa, California
Brent takes real estate matters in Costa Mesa, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brent agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases in Costa Mesa, California
Brent takes trademark matters in Costa Mesa, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brent agrees to represent you.
Biography
Brent Allen Folsom, ip attorney serving Costa Mesa
Brent Allen Folsom is a partner based in Costa Mesa, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Patent, and Real Estate. Brent has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Haynes And Boone Llp. Brent works from Costa Mesa, California and takes on ip matters across the region.
Brent Allen Folsom is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, intellectual property litigation and 4 other areas of law. Brent received a B.S. degree from University of California, Irvine in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Brent practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA.
Working with Brent on a ip matter
Brent Allen Folsom is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent prosecution, intellectual property litigation and 4 other areas of law. Brent received a B.S. degree from University of California, Irvine in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years. Brent practices at Haynes and Boone, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA.
Who Brent represents
Brent reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, patent, and real estate matters in Costa Mesa and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Brent studied and practices
University of San Diego School of Law
J.D. · 1999
University of California, Irvine
B.S. Electrical · 1996
Jurisdictions
Brent's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1999 · ACTIVE
Brent studied at J.D. in University of San Diego School of Law and B.S. Electrical in University of California, Irvine.
Law school and academic background
Brent completed J.D. in University of San Diego School of Law and B.S. Electrical in University of California, Irvine. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brent runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Brent Allen Folsom's office in Costa Mesa
Brent's primary office is at 600 Anton Blvd., Ste. 700, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brent Allen Folsom — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brent usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brent charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brent's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brent will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Costa Mesa, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brent
Brent discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brent confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brent's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brent Allen Folsom
How much does it cost to hire Brent for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brent walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brent offer a free consultation?
Brent charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brent's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Brent's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brent take my case if I'm outside Costa Mesa?
Brent is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brent will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brent?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brent will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brent accepting new ip clients right now?
Brent's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Costa Mesa, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Brent handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Costa Mesa1,835 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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