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John Duy Tran
also known as John D. Tran
About John
Biography
PROFILE SUMMARY
- John D. Tran is a Registered Patent Attorney and an Intellectual Property Litigator and a Partner at the Rhema Law Group. His practice focuses on all aspects of Intellectual Property, including litigation, prosecution/registration, franchising, licensing and counseling. With over 15yrs of experience, John counsels a wide range of clients including start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Widely recognized and lauded by both clients and peers, John is a frequent speaker on topics involivng intellectual property and brand protection.
- Litigation: As a litigator, John has served as lead and co-lead trial counsel and has litigated and won jury trials at both the state and federal courts in matters involving intellectual property, breach of contract, and business related torts.
- Prosecution/Registration: As a Registered Patent Attorney. John has obtained and procured patent, trademark, and copyright registrations on a variety of technologies including software, business methods/processes, mechanical and electrical devices, apparel/fashion design, nail/skin care industry, mobile phone accessories, and shipping/transportation industry.
- Core specialities: Patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, franchise, licensing, IP & business litigation.
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AWARDS/RECOGNITION
- SUPERLAWYERS 2013-2018
- 2018 WTR 1000 Selection (World's Top Trademark Professionals).
- OC WEEKLY "Best-Idea Lawyer" Award 2011
- Super Lawyers Rising Star 2009-2012;
- OC METRO Top Lawyers Selection 2010-2012;
- AVVO Superb Rating 10 out of 10
- One of Top Patent Firms 2014 by IP TODAY
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Patent Application
30%
25 years
Patent Infringement
25%
22 years
Trademark Infringement
20%
22 years
Trademark Application
15%
25 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 21 years
State: California
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
RHEMA LAW GROUP, P.C.
1 Park Plaza, Suite 600, Irvine, CA, 92614
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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Patent Application
Posted by Jenn | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Patent Application
CEO
John has completed multiple patent and trademark applications for my company, that majority was approved. We have been working with him for over 5 years now and he has protected my small company from big companies taking our ideas or using our trademarks. Best firm I've ever worked with. They truly c...
John Tran
Replied last April 12, 2019Thank you so much for the kind comments!
Posted by John | April 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Patent Application
Huge Challenge Great result
Against some tuff odds John Tran successfully won my company a patent on a gas leak detection unit. That will be used across the United States with Gas utilities and safety organizations. I would highly recommend John for your consideration to handle your patent needs.
John Tran
Replied last April 12, 2019Thank you for the wonderful comments but it was my pleasure to work on this matter and happy that we were able to obtain patent protection on your great invention.
Posted by Bo | October 10, 2010 | Patent Application
Thorough and patient
Since this was my first time going through the patent prosecution process, it was important to me to find a knowledgeable attorney that would patiently walk me through the entire process. John did exactly that and not long ago we received notice from the USPTO that our patent application has been al...
John Duy Tran's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Tran is a stellar practitioner. I've seen him first hand handle very complicated and challenging legal issue with first-rate performance. I highly recommend anyone who needs help with trademark, IP, or copyright issues to contact him without hesitation. His results in the courtroom speak for themselves. You will not be disappointed."
"John is a fellow patent attorney and also a great guy. I've known him back in the days when OCAABA was a small organization. Keep up the good work."
"John is an amazing lawyer, he combines deep knowledge in patent law with solid trial skills. He is also quick to grasp any technical details. I highly recommend him."
"John is the attorney I recommend to handle any IP matters. He's an expert in his field, smart and dedicated to his clients. I have seen him come to work early and leave late to get the job done. He is a respected colleague and good friend."
"Caring, smart and innovative attorney. I highly recommend John Tran and his firm."
"John is both a good friend and a highly respected colleague. In addition to his great integrity, his knowledge and experience in the area of intellectual property litigation has made it a no-brainer to refer clients his way, as I always know they will be well taken care of. It is a pleasure working with him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"John is an exceptional attorney and an even more exceptional person. His knowledge and integrity are a credit to our profession, and I cannot endorse him more highly."
"John is my first contact on intellectual property matters. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known John Tran for many years and am familiar with his high work ethics, legal expertise and professionalism. I would refer him to my friends and family."
"John and the attorneys at Ardent Law Group are very experienced and well-respected within the legal community. Clients that I have referred to John's firm have had positive experiences and were completely satisfied with the firm's work. I highly recommend him."
"I have referred cases to Ardent Law Group and have received positive feedback. John and his firm are smart lawyers who provide exceptional service and are well-regarded in the legal community."
"I have worked with John on a couple of matters regarding patent issues for my clients. He is professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. John strikes me as a solid individual as well as a lawyer. I hope that our professional relationship continues and further evolves in the future."
"John is very professional, knowledgeable and personable. I highly recommend him."
"I worked with John on a variety of matters involving patent and trademark law. I also attended a workshop in which John spoke about the legal issues surrounding the registration of trademarks. I found John to be very knowledgeable of the law and up to date on the latest developments. He is extremely generous with his knowledge and communicates effectively with clients and colleagues alike. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. For having an incredibly successful international IP practice, with clients all over the Pacific Rim in particular, John is extremely humble and down-to-earth, kind and easy to work with. I would entrust my own clients' international IP needs to him in a heartbeat."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I highly endorse John's work. He is by far one of the most knowledgable and creative attorney's I know. In the field of patent and trademark law, there is none better."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John Tran is an honest and upstanding citizen in the legal community in which I trust for legal advise on not just Intangible property legal issues, but general legal issues. He is a wealth of information and an asset to the legal community."
"John is a skilled patent attorney who has serviced clients not only on a national level but on a global level. His background in engineering is particularly useful in assisting clients with complicated patent applications and infringement matters. I would highly recommend John and his firm to anyone who is looking for a full service law firm."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
WTR 1000 Selection (Top Worldwide Trademark Professionals), WTR (World Trademark Reporter)
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
One of Top Patent Firms in U.S., IP Today Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Top Attorney- Patents, OC Metro Magazine
2011
OC Metro Top Lawyers, OC Metro
2011
"Best-Idea Lawyer", OC WEEKLY
2010
One of the Top Patent & Trademark Firm in U.S., IP Today Magazine
2009
VANG GOLDEN TORCH AWARD, Vietnamese American National Gala
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Rhema Law Group
2006 - 2011
Partner, Buus, Kim, Kuo & Tran, P.C/ Ardent Law Group
2004 - 2006
Patent Attorney, Oswald & Yap, LLP
Associations
2005 - Present
American Intellectual Property Law AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Vietnamese American Bar Association of Southern CaliforniaMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Patent Law AssociationMember
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Asian American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Quoc Viet Foods, Inc. vs. VV FOODS
Obtained 6-day trial verdict of trademark infringement on behalf of Plaintiff
Greenlight Financial vs. Internet Brands, Inc.
Won $1.13 Million Dollar Judgment Plus Attorney Fees
Breach of Contract
Jury verdict for Plaintiff for $750,000.00
Patent Lawsuit
Plaintiff victory against 50 defendants
Internet Domain Dispute
Successfully dismissed Internet Domain Complaint
Trademark Opposition Proceeding
Successfully dismissed Trademark Opposition
Education
2002
Whittier College School of Law
JD with specialization in Intellectual Property Law
1996
University of the Incarnate Word
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
University of Texas at Austin
Speaking Engagements
2009
Vietnamese American National Gala
Honoring Excellence & Community
Publications
2006
Nha Magazine
From Ideas to Profit
Languages
Mandarin
Cantonese
Vietnamese
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