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Christian Chadd Taylor, IP Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Litigation

PartneratKirkland & Ellis LLP

San Francisco, CA

Practicing ip in San Francisco since 1994.

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Christian Chadd Taylor is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Litigation. Christian has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

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San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 32 years
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IP · Litigation
  • Handles IP and Litigation matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Christian Chadd Taylor: Christian Chadd Taylor is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Litigation. Christian has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Christian Chadd Taylor

Christian concentrates on ip and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Christian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

IP cases in San Francisco, California

Christian takes ip matters in San Francisco, 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 Christian agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in San Francisco, California

Christian takes litigation matters in San Francisco, 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 Christian agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Christian Chadd Taylor — Over 32 years of California ip experience

Christian Chadd Taylor is a partner based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Litigation. Christian has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

Christian Chadd Taylor is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation. Christian Chadd received a B.S. degree from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Christian Chadd practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location.

Christian's approach to ip cases

Christian Chadd Taylor is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation. Christian Chadd received a B.S. degree from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years. Christian Chadd practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in San Francisco, CA and 1 other location.

The kind of cases Christian takes

Christian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and litigation matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Christian Chadd Taylor's legal education and bar admissions

  • Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington

    J.D. · 1994

  • Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

    B.S. Electrical · 1991

Jurisdictions

Christian's state bar admissions

  • California

    2005 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1994 · ACTIVE

Christian studied at J.D. in Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington and B.S. Electrical in Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.

Law school and academic background

Christian completed J.D. in Indiana University School of Law - Bloomington and B.S. Electrical in Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Christian runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Christian's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of California

    membership

Locations

Christian Chadd Taylor's office in San Francisco

Christian's primary office is at 555 California Street, San Francisco, CA, 94104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

555 California Street

San Francisco, CA 94104

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Hiring guide

How to hire Christian Chadd Taylor — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Christian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Christian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christian'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; Christian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a ip attorney in San Francisco, 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 Christian

Christian 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. Christian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Christian'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 Christian Chadd Taylor

  • How much does it cost to hire Christian for a ip case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Christian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Christian offer a free consultation?

    Christian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Christian's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Christian'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. Christian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Christian take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

    Christian 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 — Christian 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 Christian?

    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. Christian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Christian accepting new ip clients right now?

    Christian'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 San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California

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