Atty. David Lee Patron

Atty. David Lee Patron

David Lee Patron is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property, bankruptcy creditors' rights and 5 other areas of law. David received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

New Orleans New Orleans 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About David Lee Patron at a glance

David Lee Patron is a Partner based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1993), and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana (1993), and Texas (2016). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1993) and Princeton University (A.B., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Orleans, Louisiana State, Federal and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Lee Patron is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, intellectual property, bankruptcy creditors' rights and 5 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices at Phelps Dunbar LLP in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

David Lee Patron's Areas of Practice

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

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.

David Lee Patron is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Louisiana →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

David Lee Patron is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Louisiana →

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 Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Lee Patron

Where is David Lee Patron's law office located?
David Lee Patron's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lee Patron handle?
David Lee Patron focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has David Lee Patron practiced law?
David Lee Patron has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David Lee Patron go to law school?
David Lee Patron earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (A.B., 1990).
How can I contact David Lee Patron for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Lee Patron received?
David Lee Patron's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1993
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana
Admitted: 1993
Texas
Admitted: 2016

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