Atty. Ann Katherine Ford

Atty. Ann Katherine Ford

Ann Katherine Ford is a lawyer practicing litigation and arbitration, technology and media, intellectual property and 7 other areas of law. Ann received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Ann Katherine Ford at a glance

Ann Katherine Ford is a Partner; Chair, Trademark, Copyright and Media Practice based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dla Piper Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, adr, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1981) and New York (1987). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association International Trademark Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ann Katherine Ford is a lawyer practicing litigation and arbitration, technology and media, intellectual property and 7 other areas of law
  • Ann received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Ann practices at DLA Piper LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Ann Katherine Ford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ann Katherine Ford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

Ann Katherine Ford is one of 23,222 trademark attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trademark attorneys in District of Columbia →

Copyright Law

Ann Katherine Ford is one of 17,495 copyright attorneys indexed nationally. Browse copyright attorneys in District of Columbia →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Ann Katherine Ford is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Ann Katherine Ford is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Ann Katherine Ford is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ann Katherine Ford

Where is Ann Katherine Ford's law office located?
Ann Katherine Ford's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dla Piper Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ann Katherine Ford handle?
Ann Katherine Ford focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, adr, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Ann Katherine Ford practiced law?
Ann Katherine Ford has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Ann Katherine Ford go to law school?
Ann Katherine Ford earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Ann Katherine Ford for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ann Katherine Ford received?
Ann Katherine Ford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981
New York
Admitted: 1987

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