Atty. David Brian Shortell

Atty. David Brian Shortell

Mr. David Brian Shortell is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property litigation, life sciences/technology and 1 other area of law.

Atlanta Atlanta 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About David Brian Shortell at a glance

David Brian Shortell is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Ballard Spahr LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Georgia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Middle District of Ge (2002). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2002) and University of South Carolina (Ph.D. Organic, 1999). Active member of Atlanta Bar Association American Bar Association State Bar of Georgia American Intellectual Property Law Association American Chemical Society Foresight Nanotech Institute. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David Brian Shortell is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property litigation, life sciences/technology and 1 other area of law
  • David received a Ph.D. degree from University of South Carolina in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • David practices at Ballard Spahr LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

David Brian Shortell's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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 Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Brian Shortell

Where is David Brian Shortell's law office located?
David Brian Shortell's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Ballard Spahr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Brian Shortell handle?
David Brian Shortell focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has David Brian Shortell practiced law?
David Brian Shortell has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did David Brian Shortell go to law school?
David Brian Shortell earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (Ph.D. Organic, 1999).
How can I contact David Brian Shortell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2002
Ph.D. Organic
University of South Carolina
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Georgia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Georgia U.S. District Court, Middle District of Ge
Admitted: 2002

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