Atty. David J. Ervin

Atty. David J. Ervin

David J. Ervin is a lawyer practicing advertising and marketing, lanham act litigation, promotions and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About David J. Ervin at a glance

David J. Ervin is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Kelley Drye And Warren Llp. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in VA and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1992) and D.C. and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuit (1995). Educated at American University Washington College of Law (J.D., 1992) and American University, School of International Service (B.A., 1989). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David J. Ervin is a lawyer practicing advertising and marketing, lanham act litigation, promotions and 5 other areas of law
  • David J. received a B.A. degree from American University, School of International Service in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • David J. practices at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David J. Ervin's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 J. Ervin

Where is David J. Ervin's law office located?
David J. Ervin's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Kelley Drye And Warren Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David J. Ervin handle?
David J. Ervin focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David J. Ervin practiced law?
David J. Ervin has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did David J. Ervin go to law school?
David J. Ervin earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact David J. Ervin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University Washington College of Law
- 1992
B.A.
American University, School of International Service
- 1989

Bar Admissions

VA and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1992
D.C. and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth and Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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