Aaron R. Hand, IP Attorney in Redwood City, California
focused on IP and Patent
Redwood City, CA
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Aaron R. Hand is an attorney based in Redwood City, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Currently practicing at Bunsow De Mory LLP.
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- Redwood City, CALIFORNIA
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- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Redwood City, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Aaron R. Hand: Aaron R. Hand is an attorney based in Redwood City, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Currently practicing at Bunsow De Mory LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Aaron takes on
Aaron concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Aaron handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Redwood City, California
Aaron takes ip matters in Redwood City, 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 Aaron agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Redwood City, California
Aaron takes patent matters in Redwood City, 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 Aaron agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Aaron R. Hand — ip lawyer in Redwood City
Aaron R. Hand is an attorney based in Redwood City, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Currently practicing at Bunsow De Mory LLP.
Aaron Hand is a trial lawyer at Bunsow De Mory LLP in Redwood City, California. His practice focuses on Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent matters, including disputes involving patents and trade secrets across a range of technologies. His work has involved cases related to consumer products, semiconductor processing, data storage, wireless technologies, biologics, and diagnostic products.
Aaron has participated in multiple patent litigation trials and has helped clients navigate complex technical and legal issues in high‑stakes disputes. In one arbitration matter involving trade secret theft and wrongful solicitation, he played a key role in analyzing technical evidence that contributed to an arbitration award exceeding $500 million. In another matter, he defended a well-known lighting brand against patent infringement claims, obtaining summary judgment and favorable Markman rulings that led to dismissal of the case.
In addition to his commercial litigation work, Aaron has handled significant pro bono matters. In 2023, he led one of the firm’s pro bono cases involving voting rights, in which the California Attorney General’s Office authorized a quo warranto filing seeking the removal of three Mission Viejo City Council members from office.
Before entering the legal profession, Aaron worked as a network engineer and computer consultant. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, cum laude, from UCLA, with an emphasis in Environmental Engineering. During his time at UCLA, he worked as a research assistant in the aerosol and nanotechnology laboratory and also served as a designer for the Daily Bruin.
Aaron has been recognized on the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list from 2013–2016 and the Super Lawyers list from 2021–2024. He was also selected for inclusion in U.S. News – Best Lawyers from 2021–2025.
Outside of his legal practice, Aaron has served as a legal fee dispute panel member for the San Mateo County Bar Association. He also supports early childhood education and previously served as a volunteer board member for a nonprofit early childhood development center in Silicon Valley, as well as a liaison for an early childhood development center in Orange County. In his free time, he volunteers as an American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) referee and enjoys rock climbing.
Aaron's approach to ip cases
Aaron Hand is a trial lawyer at Bunsow De Mory LLP in Redwood City, California . His practice focuses on Litigation - Intellectual Property and Litigation - Patent matters , including disputes involving patents and trade secrets across a range of technologies. His work has involved cases related to consumer products, semiconductor processing, data storage, wireless technologies, biologics, and…
Clients Aaron works with
Aaron reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Redwood City and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California - Los Angeles
B.S.
University of San Diego
J.D. · 2006
Jurisdictions
Aaron's state bar admissions
California, The Stat
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Aaron studied at B.S. in University of California - Los Angeles and J.D. in University of San Diego.
Law school and academic background
Aaron completed B.S. in University of California - Los Angeles and J.D. in University of San Diego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Aaron runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Aaron has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
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 — Privacy and Data Security Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2013-2016)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers (2021-2022)
2026
Legal awards and 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 — Privacy and Data Security Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2013-2016) (2026).
Locations
Aaron R. Hand's office in Redwood City
Aaron's primary office is at 701 El Camino Real, Redwood City, California, 94063. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Aaron R. Hand — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Aaron usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Aaron charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aaron'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; Aaron will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Redwood City, 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 Aaron
Aaron 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. Aaron confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Aaron'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 Aaron R. Hand
How much does it cost to hire Aaron for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Aaron walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Aaron offer a free consultation?
Aaron charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Aaron's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Aaron'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. Aaron gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Aaron take my case if I'm outside Redwood City?
Aaron 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 — Aaron 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 Aaron?
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. Aaron will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Aaron accepting new ip clients right now?
Aaron'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 Redwood City, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Aaron handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Redwood City1,540 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
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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