James G. Jim Snell

Technology Law

3.0 (1 reviews)

Palo Alto, California

31+ years experience

Perkins Coie LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

650-838-4300

https://perkinscoie.com/professionals/james-g-snell

3150 Porter Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94304-1212

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Bio

James G. Snell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Technology Law and Trademark Law.James G., who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. James G. Snell is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Technology Law and Trademark Law.James G., who practices law in Palo Alto, California, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which James G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. James G. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Technology Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Technology Law, San Jose (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Technology Law, San Jose (2021)
Recognized: Technology Law
Recognized: Trademark Law
Practice Area: Advertising Law
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation
Practice Area: Copyright Law
Practice Area: Litigation - Intellectual Property
Practice Area: Privacy and Data Security Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2018

Education

University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D., graduated 1994

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Reviews

Barbara Diaz

3 months ago

Competent but communication could be more consistent

James Snell at Perkins Coie handled a complex software licensing dispute for our startup. His deep knowledge of technology law, backed by his decades of experience and awards in the field, was evident in the strategy. The legal outcome was solid. However, response times were sometimes slower than expected, and explanations of certain billing line items were not always clear. For straightforward matters, his expertise is undeniable, but the client service aspect felt just adequate for the premium rate.