Atty. David Duong Nelson

Atty. David Duong Nelson

Mr. David Duong Nelson is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property.

Reston Reston 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About David Duong Nelson at a glance

David Duong Nelson is a Patent Attorney based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at KED & Associates, LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in New York (1997), District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002), and California (2003). Educated at George Mason University (M.S. Electrical, 1998) and Cornell University (J.D., 1996). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David Duong Nelson is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property
  • David received a M.S. degree from George Mason University in 1998, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • David practices at KED & Associates, LLP in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Duong Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Duong Nelson 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 Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Duong Nelson

Where is David Duong Nelson's law office located?
David Duong Nelson's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is KED & Associates, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Duong Nelson handle?
David Duong Nelson focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Duong Nelson practiced law?
David Duong Nelson has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did David Duong Nelson go to law school?
David Duong Nelson earned their education at (M.S. Electrical, 1998); (J.D., 1996).
How can I contact David Duong Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

M.S. Electrical
George Mason University
- 1998
J.D.
Cornell University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002
California
Admitted: 2003

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