Jeffrey Eric Ostrow, IP Attorney in Palo Alto, California
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on IP, Litigation, and Real Estate
Partner
Palo Alto, CA
Practicing ip in Palo Alto since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 8
- Bar admissions
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Jeffrey Eric Ostrow is a partner based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Real Estate. Jeffrey has over 35 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Palo Alto, CA
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- IP · Litigation · Real Estate
- Handles IP, Litigation, and Real Estate matters from Palo Alto, CA.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jeffrey Eric Ostrow: Jeffrey Eric Ostrow is a partner based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Real Estate. Jeffrey has over 35 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jeffrey takes on
Jeffrey concentrates on ip, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jeffrey handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP
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Litigation
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Real Estate
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IP cases in Palo Alto, California
Jeffrey takes ip matters in Palo Alto, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Palo Alto, California
Jeffrey takes litigation matters in Palo Alto, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Palo Alto, California
Jeffrey takes real estate matters in Palo Alto, 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 Jeffrey agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jeffrey Eric Ostrow — ip lawyer in Palo Alto
Jeffrey Eric Ostrow is a partner based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on IP, Litigation, and Real Estate. Jeffrey has over 35 years of legal experience.
Jeffrey Eric Ostrow is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, ip litigation and 1 other area of law. Jeffrey received a A.B. degree from The University of Chicago in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Jeffrey practices in Palo Alto, CA.
Working with Jeffrey on a ip matter
Jeffrey Eric Ostrow is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, ip litigation and 1 other area of law. Jeffrey received a A.B. degree from The University of Chicago in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Jeffrey practices in Palo Alto, CA.
Who Jeffrey represents
Jeffrey reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip, litigation, and real estate matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York University School of Law
J.D. · 1990
The University of Chicago
A.B. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Jeffrey's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2004 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2002 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
2001 · ACTIVE
California
2001 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1995 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
New York
1991 · ACTIVE
Jeffrey studied at J.D. in New York University School of Law and A.B. in The University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Jeffrey completed J.D. in New York University School of Law and A.B. in The University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jeffrey runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jeffrey's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association
membership
Locations
Jeffrey Eric Ostrow's office in Palo Alto
Jeffrey's primary office is at 2550 Hanover Street, Palo Alto, CA, 94304. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Jeffrey Eric Ostrow — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jeffrey usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey'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; Jeffrey will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Palo Alto, 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 Jeffrey
Jeffrey 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. Jeffrey confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jeffrey'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 Jeffrey Eric Ostrow
How much does it cost to hire Jeffrey for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jeffrey walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jeffrey offer a free consultation?
Jeffrey charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jeffrey's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Jeffrey'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. Jeffrey gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jeffrey take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Jeffrey 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 — Jeffrey 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 Jeffrey?
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. Jeffrey will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jeffrey accepting new ip clients right now?
Jeffrey'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 Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Jeffrey handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Palo Alto4,084 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
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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