Jack Ko, IP Attorney in San Diego, California
San Diego, CA
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Jack Ko is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP.
- Based in
- San Diego, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP
- Handles IP matters from San Diego, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Jack Ko: Jack Ko is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jack takes on
Jack concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jack handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in San Diego, California
Jack takes ip matters in San Diego, 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 Jack agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jack Ko — ip lawyer in San Diego
Jack Ko is an attorney based in San Diego, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP.
Jack Ko is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property.
Jack, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jack is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Jack's approach to ip cases
Jack Ko is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Jack, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Jack is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
The kind of cases Jack takes
Jack reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 2006
Jack studied at J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School.
Law school and academic background
Jack completed J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jack runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Jack has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026).
Locations
Jack Ko's office in San Diego
Jack's primary office is at 11682 El Camino Real, Suite 200, San Diego, California, 11682. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jack Ko — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jack usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jack charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jack'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; Jack will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in San Diego, 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 Jack
Jack 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. Jack confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jack'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 Jack Ko
How much does it cost to hire Jack for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jack walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jack offer a free consultation?
Jack charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jack's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Jack'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. Jack gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jack take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Jack 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 — Jack 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 Jack?
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. Jack will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jack accepting new ip clients right now?
Jack'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 San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Jack handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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