Lily Li, IP Attorney in Palo Alto, California
focused on IP and Patent
Palo Alto, CA
Trusted ip attorney serving Palo Alto.
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Lily Li is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
- Based in
- Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026).
About Lily Li: Lily Li is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lily Li
Lily concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Palo Alto, California
Lily 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 Lily agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Palo Alto, California
Lily takes patent 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 Lily agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lily Li — Attorney of California ip experience
Lily Li is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent.
Lily Li is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law.
Lily, who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lily is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Lily on a ip matter
Lily Li is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property, Litigation - Patent and Patent Law. Lily, who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Lily is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal…
Clients Lily works with
Lily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Lily Li's legal education and bar admissions
Santa Clara University
J.D. · 2012
Lily studied at J.D. in Santa Clara University.
Law school and academic background
Lily completed J.D. in Santa Clara University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lily runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Lily Li
Lily 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 — Litigation - Patent
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Patent Law (2026).
Locations
Lily Li's office in Palo Alto
Lily's primary office is at 755 Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, California, 94304-1018. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lily Li — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lily'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; Lily 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 Lily
Lily 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. Lily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lily'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 Lily Li
How much does it cost to hire Lily for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lily offer a free consultation?
Lily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lily's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Lily'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. Lily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lily take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Lily 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 — Lily 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 Lily?
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. Lily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lily accepting new ip clients right now?
Lily'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
Lily 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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