Atty. Christopher Sean Ford

Atty. Christopher Sean Ford

Christopher Sean Ford is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation. Christopher received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years.

New York New York 13 yrs experience 13 year
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About Christopher Sean Ford at a glance

Christopher Sean Ford is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2013) and California (2021). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 2012) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 2007). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher Sean Ford is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, litigation
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 2007, and has been licensed for 13 years
  • Christopher practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Sean Ford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Sean Ford 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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Sean Ford

Where is Christopher Sean Ford's law office located?
Christopher Sean Ford's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Sean Ford handle?
Christopher Sean Ford focuses on ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christopher Sean Ford practiced law?
Christopher Sean Ford has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Christopher Sean Ford go to law school?
Christopher Sean Ford earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (B.A., 2007).
How can I contact Christopher Sean Ford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 2012
B.A.
Swarthmore College
- 2007

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2013
California
Admitted: 2021

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