Last Updated April 29, 2025
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To the extent the Bar Rules in your jurisdiction require TLOMD to designate one attorney responsible for the Site TLOMD designates Richard Adam, e-mail: melissa@melissakdagodag.com as such point of contact.
TLOMD practices law only in California and in federal jurisdictions for intellectual property matters only (including trademark and copyright prosecution). TLOMD does not assume the representation of clients from states where the Content does not meet State Bar requirements.
Unless otherwise specified on the Site, the attorneys listed on the Site are not certified as a specialist in any practice area by the Tennessee Commission on the Continuing Legal Education and Specialization, and they are not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
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