Atty. David K. Cornwell
David K. Cornwell is a lawyer practicing business methods, communications & media, design patents and 15 other areas of law.
Business Methods & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 43+ Years Experience
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About David K. Cornwell at a Glance
David K. Cornwell is a Director based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, trade secrets, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Mexico (1983) and District of Columbia United States Supreme Court Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit United Sta (1991). Educated at University of New Mexico J.D. Mechanical Engineering (—) and University of New Mexico B.S. Mechanical Engineering (—). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David K. Cornwell
- David K. Cornwell is a lawyer practicing business methods, communications & media, design patents and 15 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of New Mexico, and has been licensed for 43 years
- David practices at Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox P.L.L.C. in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
David K. Cornwell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David K. Cornwell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Patent Law in Washington
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Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Washington
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David K. Cornwell is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →
Trade Secrets in Washington
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Civil Litigation in Washington
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 Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose David K. Cornwell
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David K. Cornwell's practice in the field of patent, business, ip, trade secrets, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David K. Cornwell brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Mexico and District of Columbia United States Supreme Court Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit United Sta, David K. Cornwell can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, business, and ip, David K. Cornwell can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means David K. Cornwell attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David K. Cornwell Handles in Washington
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