Atty. David Alexander Hickerson

Atty. David Alexander Hickerson

Mr. David Alexander Hickerson is a lawyer practicing international law, business litigation & dispute resolution, export controls & national security and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About David Alexander Hickerson at a glance

David Alexander Hickerson is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1987) and District of Columbia United States Supreme Court United States Courts of Appeals for the First, Thir (1988). Educated at Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1983) and University of Michigan Law School J.D. magna cum laude University of Michigan Law School J.D. 1987 Order of the Coif University of Michigan Law School J.D. Editor University of Michigan Law S (—). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. David Alexander Hickerson is a lawyer practicing international law, business litigation & dispute resolution, export controls & national security and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Alexander Hickerson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Alexander Hickerson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate 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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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 David Alexander Hickerson

Where is David Alexander Hickerson's law office located?
David Alexander Hickerson's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Alexander Hickerson handle?
David Alexander Hickerson focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Alexander Hickerson practiced law?
David Alexander Hickerson has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Alexander Hickerson go to law school?
David Alexander Hickerson earned their education at (B.A., 1983); (—).
How can I contact David Alexander Hickerson for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1983
University of Michigan Law School J.D. magna cum laude University of Michigan Law School J.D. 1987 Order of the Coif University of Michigan Law School J.D. Editor University of Michigan Law S
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia United States Supreme Court United States Courts of Appeals for the First, Thir
Admitted: 1988

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