Jonathan Patchen
About Jonathan
Jonathan is a nationally recognized trial and appellate lawyer with a distinguished track record in high-stakes tech and commercial litigation. He represents leading companies in complex civil disputes, including trials, arbitrations and appeals, and is known for his strategic judgment, courtroom presence and ability to deliver results in mission-critical matters.
Passions
Skiing
Mountain biking
English Premier League football
I advocate effectively and efficiently for my clients, promoting their interests and achieving meaningful results.
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Admissions and credentials
- California
- New York
Rankings and accolades
Litigation Counsel of America, fellow (2024)
Daily Journal: Top Trade Secrets Lawyers (2023)
The Legal 500 US: Recommended Lawyer in Dispute Resolution: General Commercial Disputes (2023 – 2024)
Benchmark Litigation: Litigation Star – Commercial (National, California) (2025)
Memberships and affiliations
- Northern District of California, lawyer representative (2020 – 2024), co-chair (2023 – 2024)
- Association of Business Trial Lawyers (ABTL), board of governors
- Association of Business Trial Lawyers (ABTL), Northern California chapter, membership co-chair
- Ninth Judicial Circuit Historical Society, advisory board member
- Edward J. McFetridge American Inn of Court
- Bar Association of San Francisco, judiciary committee, chair (2017)
- Bar Association of San Francisco, executive committee litigation section, chair (2014)
- Harvard Law School Association of Northern California, executive committee
- California Civility Task Force
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