Lisa K. Nguyen, IP Attorney in Palo Alto, California
Palo Alto, CA
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Lisa K. Nguyen is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP.
- Based in
- Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Lisa K. Nguyen: Lisa K. Nguyen is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lisa K. Nguyen
Lisa concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Palo Alto, California
Lisa takes ip matters in Palo Alto, 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 Lisa agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lisa K. Nguyen — Attorney of California ip experience
Lisa K. Nguyen is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP.
Lisa Nguyen is a partner in the Intellectual Property practice at Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s Palo Alto office. She represents cutting-edge technology companies in intellectual property matters, particularly in litigation against non-practicing entities. Ms. Nguyen is adept at resolving disputes efficiently and identifying pragmatic solutions for her clients. Her practical and deliberate approach to prepare cases for trial regularly disposes of claims early in the process.
Ms. Nguyen has a proven track record obtaining successful trial verdicts, summary judgment rulings, and dismissals at the pleading stage. She has also obtained multiple walk aways for defendants (obtaining dismissals with no payment to plaintiffs), as well as attorneys’ fees. Ms. Nguyen represents both plaintiffs and defendants in complex multi-jurisdictional, multi-patent cases, and has substantial experience handling cases pending before district courts across the country, the International Trade Commission (ITC), and the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).
Ms. Nguyen regularly speaks and writes on patent counseling and IP issues. Her speaking engagements include presentations at the Advanced Patent Law Institute, Licensing Executives Society, Berkeley Center for Law and Technology, the National Conference of Vietnamese American Attorneys, and the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association. Ms. Nguyen has been listed among the top 1% of Best Performing Attorneys in the PTAB by Patexia, Silicon Valley Business Journal’s Women of Influence, the Top 50 Women in the PTAB, an Asian Leader Worth Watching, and a Rising Star in IP Litigation.
How Lisa handles ip matters
Lisa Nguyen is a partner in the Intellectual Property practice at Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s Palo Alto office. She represents cutting-edge technology companies in intellectual property matters, particularly in litigation against non-practicing entities. Ms. Nguyen is adept at resolving disputes efficiently and identifying pragmatic solutions for her clients. Her practical and…
Who Lisa represents
Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Lisa K. Nguyen's legal education and bar admissions
University of Chicago
J.D. · 2006
Lisa studied at J.D. in University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Lisa completed J.D. in University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Lisa K. Nguyen
Lisa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
Locations
Lisa K. Nguyen's office in Palo Alto
Lisa's primary office is at 1117 South California Avenue, Palo Alto, California, 94304-1106. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lisa K. Nguyen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa'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; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Palo Alto, 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 Lisa
Lisa 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. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lisa'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 Lisa K. Nguyen
How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lisa offer a free consultation?
Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa'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. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Lisa 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 — Lisa 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 Lisa?
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. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lisa accepting new ip clients right now?
Lisa'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 Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Lisa handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Palo Alto4,084 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
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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