Christopher "Chris" Kao
San Francisco, CA
Practicing ip in San Francisco since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Christopher "Chris" Kao is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Christopher has over 26 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from San Francisco, CALIFORNIA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Christopher "Chris" Kao: Christopher "Chris" Kao is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Christopher has over 26 years of legal experience.
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Practice focus
Christopher "Chris" Kao represents clients in San Francisco, California across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Christopher "Chris" Kao
Christopher Kao is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent.
Christopher, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Christopher is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Credentials
Education
Harvard University
J.D. · 1999
Dartmouth College
B.A. · 1996
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
California
2005 · ACTIVE
New York
2000 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — International Arbitration - Commercial
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law
2026
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What areas of law does Christopher "Chris" Kao practice?
Christopher "Chris" Kao focuses on IP and Patent.
Where is Christopher "Chris" Kao located?
Christopher "Chris" Kao primarily serves clients in San Francisco, California.
How experienced is Christopher "Chris" Kao?
Christopher "Chris" Kao has 26 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2000.
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