Atty. Charles R. Bruton

Atty. Charles R. Bruton

Charles R. Bruton is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property, ip litigation and 10 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Charles R. Bruton at a glance

Charles R. Bruton is a Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dentons Us Llp. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, ip, trade secrets, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1971), California (1972), Pennsylvania (1974), and Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Central District (2007). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1971) and Northwestern University (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Intellectual Property Law Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles R. Bruton is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property, ip litigation and 10 other areas of law
  • Charles received a A.B. degree from Northwestern University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Charles practices at Dentons US LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Charles R. Bruton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles R. Bruton 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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Trade Secrets

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Employment Contracts

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles R. Bruton

Where is Charles R. Bruton's law office located?
Charles R. Bruton's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dentons Us Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles R. Bruton handle?
Charles R. Bruton focuses on patent, trademark, ip, trade secrets, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Charles R. Bruton practiced law?
Charles R. Bruton has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Charles R. Bruton go to law school?
Charles R. Bruton earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact Charles R. Bruton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles R. Bruton received?
Charles R. Bruton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1971
A.B.
Northwestern University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1971
California
Admitted: 1972
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1974
Virginia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Central District
Admitted: 2007
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan U.S. Court of Appeals, Federa
Admitted: 2011

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