Atty. David Bruce Hardison

Atty. David Bruce Hardison

David Bruce Hardison is a lawyer practicing government, intellectual property, white collar criminal defense and securities enforcement and 4 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About David Bruce Hardison at a glance

David Bruce Hardison is a Partner, White Collar Criminal Defense and Securities Enforcement based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Fried Frank Harris Shriver And Jacobson Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1984) and New York (2002). Educated at Columbia Law School J.D. 1984 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar (—) and Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs A.B. cum laude Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs A.B. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Provides legal services in French Italian. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Bruce Hardison is a lawyer practicing government, intellectual property, white collar criminal defense and securities enforcement and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • David practices at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David Bruce Hardison's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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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 Bruce Hardison

Where is David Bruce Hardison's law office located?
David Bruce Hardison's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Fried Frank Harris Shriver And Jacobson Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Bruce Hardison handle?
David Bruce Hardison focuses on criminal defense, business, ip, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Bruce Hardison practiced law?
David Bruce Hardison has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
What languages does David Bruce Hardison speak?
David Bruce Hardison provides legal services in French Italian. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did David Bruce Hardison go to law school?
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How can I contact David Bruce Hardison for a consultation?
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Education

Columbia Law School J.D. 1984 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar
- In Progress
Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs A.B. cum laude Princeton University, Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs A.B. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984
New York
Admitted: 2002

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