Atty. Carl Howard Pierce

Atty. Carl Howard Pierce

Carl Howard Pierce is a lawyer practicing energy / utilities, advertising, intellectual property and 5 other areas of law. Carl received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1986, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Carl Howard Pierce at a glance

Carl Howard Pierce is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, entertainment, and energy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, D (1999). Educated at Temple University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Lehigh University (B.S. Mechanical, 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Carl Howard Pierce is a lawyer practicing energy / utilities, advertising, intellectual property and 5 other areas of law
  • Carl received a B.S. degree from Lehigh University in 1986, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Carl practices at Reed Smith LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Carl Howard Pierce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carl Howard Pierce handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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

Carl Howard Pierce is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Carl Howard Pierce is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carl Howard Pierce

Where is Carl Howard Pierce's law office located?
Carl Howard Pierce's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carl Howard Pierce handle?
Carl Howard Pierce focuses on patent, trademark, ip, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Carl Howard Pierce practiced law?
Carl Howard Pierce has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Carl Howard Pierce go to law school?
Carl Howard Pierce earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S. Mechanical, 1986).
How can I contact Carl Howard Pierce for a consultation?
You can contact Carl Howard Pierce directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Carl Howard Pierce received?
Carl Howard Pierce's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Temple University School of Law
- 1999
B.S. Mechanical
Lehigh University
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, D
Admitted: 1999

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