$ 150-495 per hour
John Cathcart Rake
also known as John Rake, John C. Rake
About John
Biography
John maintains a diverse practice that includes intellectual property advice and litigation, business advice and transactions, and commercial litigation and appeals. On each matter, John seeks to deliver creative and cost-effective solutions by providing clear advice backed by careful research.
Industries/Clients Served:
- Software companies and developers, including mobile app developers
- Creative firms
- Product designers, including clothing, apparel, homewares, and consumer products
- Medical device companies
- Manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors
- Retail stores
- Business startups
- Government entities, including municipalities, counties, and tribal governments
- Architects
- Freelancers, Artists, Musicians, and Authors
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
15%-40%
Pro bono
5 %
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Washington for 10 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Oregon for 15 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Address 1
121 SW Morrison St #700, PORTLAND, OR, 97212
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John Cathcart Rake's Reviews
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John represented me briefly, he never exhibited an understanding of events, never had any insight observations suggestions or strategy beyond a pedestrian approach to preparing for trial which in his own notes he expressed slim chance of success for a projected $125,000 in expenses. He employs a vagu...
John Cathcart Rake's Lawyer Endorsements
"John Rake is a bright and creative attorney. He understands businesses and startups and the myriad issues they face. His counsel is highly valuable to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an incredibly bright and talented lawyer. He is a tremendous asset to the legal profession and is an outstanding advocate to each and every one of his clients."
Marjorie Elken
Business lawyer
Amber Zupancic-Albin
Health care lawyer
Adam Gamboa
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Larkins Vacura LLP
2010 - 2014
Associate, Harrang Long Gary Rudnick, PC
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Legal Aid Services Of Oregon
2008 - 2008
Law Clerk, Multnomah County Attorney's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Oregon State Bar, Intellectual Property SectionExecutive Committee Member
2012 - Present
American Bar Association, Intellectual Property SectionMember
2009 - Present
Owen M. Panner American Inn of CourtMember
2010 - 2012
Multnomah Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionPro Bono Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
EasyPower v. Operation Technology, Inc. dba ETAP
Settled out of court
Peace River Seed Co-op v. Proseeds Marketing
Oregon Supreme Court reversed Court of Appeals opinion on attorney fees issue, and affirmed ruling on measure of damages due for breach of contract.
Reeves et al v. Wagner et al
Prevailed at Summary Judgment
CGI Technologies v. Rose
United States Supreme Court granted certiorari, vacated the judgment of the Ninth Circuit, and remanded to the Ninth Circuit for further consideration in light of US Airways, Inc. v. McCutchen, 569 U.S. ___ (2013)
James v. Clackamas County
Appeal: Reversed in Client's Favor in Oregon Court of Appeals, and Affirmed in Client's Favor in Oregon Supreme Court
Smith v. Big Bear Homes, Inc.
Prevailed in arbitration
Education
2010
Lewis & Clark Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
University of Kansas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2014
HLGR Intellectual Property E-News
Document Library to Protect and Capitalize on Intellectual Property
2013
HLGR Business News
What is Crowdfunding and how can it help my business?
2012
HLGR Intellectual Property E-News
Nastygrams Can Backfire on Trademark Owners
2012
HLGR Intellectual Property E-News
Trademark Clearance is a Sound Business Decision for New Business Names or Product Lines
2012
HLGR Q&A
Q&A: Crowdfunding
2012
2012
Oregon Federal Bar Association Newsletter
District of Oregon Tackles Personal Jurisdiction Involving Trademark Infringement on the Internet (Again) in L&A Designs, LLC v. Xtreme ATVs, Inc.
2010
Elder Law Section Newsletter
New legislation limits garnishment of electronically-deposited public and retirement benefits
2009
Envtl. L
The Friends of Yosemite Valley Saga: The Challenge of Addressing the Merced River’s User Capacities
Languages
English