Atty. Brian C. Oakes

Atty. Brian C. Oakes

Brian C. Oakes is a lawyer practicing technology, intellectual property.

Washington Washington 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About Brian C. Oakes at a glance

Brian C. Oakes is a ip attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2000). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1999) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.S. Electrical, 1991). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Brian C. Oakes is a lawyer practicing technology, intellectual property
  • Brian C. received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Brian C. practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Brian C. Oakes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian C. Oakes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

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

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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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Where is Brian C. Oakes's law office located?
Brian C. Oakes's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian C. Oakes handle?
Brian C. Oakes focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Brian C. Oakes practiced law?
Brian C. Oakes has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Brian C. Oakes go to law school?
Brian C. Oakes earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S. Electrical, 1991).
How can I contact Brian C. Oakes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1999
B.S. Electrical
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2000

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