Doreen Yatko Trujillo, IP Attorney in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Over 36 years of legal practice · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratSaul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP
Wayne, PA
Practicing ip in Wayne since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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Doreen Yatko Trujillo is a partner based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on IP. Doreen has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Wayne, PA
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Wayne, PA.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Doreen Yatko Trujillo: Doreen Yatko Trujillo is a partner based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on IP. Doreen has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Doreen's practice areas in Wayne
Doreen concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Doreen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Wayne, Pennsylvania
Doreen takes ip matters in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Doreen agrees to represent you.
Biography
Doreen Yatko Trujillo, ip attorney serving Wayne
Doreen Yatko Trujillo is a partner based in Wayne, PA. The practice focuses on IP. Doreen has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Doreen works from Wayne, Pennsylvania and takes on ip matters across the region.
Ms. Doreen Yatko Trujillo is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Doreen received a B.S. degree from Juniata College in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years. Doreen practices at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP in Wayne, PA.
Working with Doreen on a ip matter
Ms. Doreen Yatko Trujillo is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Doreen received a B.S. degree from Juniata College in 1981, and has been licensed for 36 years. Doreen practices at Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP in Wayne, PA.
Who Doreen represents
Doreen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Wayne and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Doreen studied and practices
University of Houston Law Center
J.D. · 1990
Juniata College
B.S. Biology · 1981
Jurisdictions
Doreen's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1994 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1990 · ACTIVE
Texas
1990 · ACTIVE
Doreen studied at J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.S. Biology in Juniata College.
Law school and academic background
Doreen completed J.D. in University of Houston Law Center and B.S. Biology in Juniata College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Doreen runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Doreen's legal honors and published work
Doreen has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Doreen's professional memberships and bar associations
Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Philadelphia Intellectual Property Law Association
membership
Locations
Doreen Yatko Trujillo's office in Wayne
Doreen's primary office is at 1200 Liberty Ridge Drive, Suite 200 (Chesterbrook), Wayne, PA, 19087-5569. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP
1200 Liberty Ridge Drive, Suite 200 (Chesterbrook)
Wayne, PA 19087-5569
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Client reviews of Doreen Yatko Trujillo — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Doreen. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing ip attorneys in Wayne.
4.4
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How to hire Doreen Yatko Trujillo — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Doreen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Doreen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Doreen'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; Doreen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Wayne, Pennsylvania
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 Doreen
Doreen 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. Doreen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Doreen'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 Doreen Yatko Trujillo
How much does it cost to hire Doreen for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Doreen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Doreen offer a free consultation?
Doreen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Doreen's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Doreen's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in Pennsylvania 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. Doreen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Doreen take my case if I'm outside Wayne?
Doreen is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Doreen 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 Doreen?
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. Doreen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Doreen accepting new ip clients right now?
Doreen'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 Wayne, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Doreen handles ip matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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