About Wesley Ellsworth Overson
Wesley Ellsworth Overson Jr. is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1991. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Overson is a partner at Morrison & Foerster LLP, a full-service law firm with offices in San Francisco, California. He has been practicing law for over 34 years, serving clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.
Mr. Overson earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, where he graduated in 1991. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at Reed College, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1988. During his time at UC College of the Law, San Francisco, he was involved in various student organizations and activities.
Mr. Overson concentrates his practice in the areas of arbitration and mediation, business law, intellectual property, and patent law. He represents individuals and businesses in matters involving complex commercial disputes, intellectual property rights, and patent litigation. His practice encompasses all stages of litigation, including initial case evaluation, discovery, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.
Throughout his career, Mr. Overson has handled cases in the Superior Court of California for the County of San Francisco, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. He has also appeared before the California Court of Appeal on multiple occasions. Prior to joining Morrison & Foerster, he worked as an associate at a mid-size litigation firm in San Francisco for five years.
Mr. Overson is an active member of the State Bar of California and has been recognized for his contributions to the legal community. He is also involved in various professional organizations and community service initiatives. Mr. Overson is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
