C. Chad McCarthy, Patent Attorney in the United States
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Patent and Trademark
Practicing patent since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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C. Chad McCarthy is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Patent and Trademark. C. has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BC
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Patent · Trademark
- Handles Patent and Trademark matters from Vancouver, BC.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About C. Chad McCarthy: C. Chad McCarthy is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Patent and Trademark. C. has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters C. takes on
C. concentrates on patent and trademark. Each area below outlines the kind of case C. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Patent cases nationwide
C. takes patent matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before C. agrees to represent you.
Trademark cases nationwide
C. takes trademark matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before C. agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet C. Chad McCarthy — patent lawyer in the U.S.
C. Chad McCarthy is an attorney based in Vancouver, BC. The practice focuses on Patent and Trademark. C. has over 20 years of legal experience.
C. Chad McCarthy is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks. C. Chad received a degree from Simon Fraser University in 1996, and has been licensed for 20 years. C. Chad practices in Vancouver, BC.
How C. handles patent matters
C. Chad McCarthy is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks. C. Chad received a degree from Simon Fraser University in 1996, and has been licensed for 20 years. C. Chad practices in Vancouver, BC.
The kind of cases C. takes
C. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for patent and trademark matters in the United States.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of British Columbia
LL.B. · 2005
Simon Fraser University
B.A.Sc. Simon · 1996
Jurisdictions
C.'s state bar admissions
British Columbia
2006 · ACTIVE
C. studied at LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A.Sc. Simon in Simon Fraser University.
Law school and academic background
C. completed LL.B. in University of British Columbia and B.A.Sc. Simon in Simon Fraser University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice C. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
C. Chad McCarthy's office in Vancouver
C.'s primary office is at Box 11560, Vancouver Centre, 2200 - 650 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 4N8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Box 11560, Vancouver Centre, 2200 - 650 West Georgia Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 4N8
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How to hire C. Chad McCarthy — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new patent attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with C. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
C. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain C.'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; C. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a patent attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many patent 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 C.
C. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in patent practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every patent 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. C. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
C.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many patent practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about C. Chad McCarthy
How much does it cost to hire C. for a patent case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. C. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does C. offer a free consultation?
C. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain C.'s office. Some patent attorneys offer free consults — check C.'s current terms during booking.
How long do patent cases in this state typically take?
Simple patent 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. C. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can C. take my case if I'm outside the area?
C. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside C.'s regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with C.?
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. C. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is C. accepting new patent clients right now?
C.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.