Atty. David Michael Farnum

Atty. David Michael Farnum

David Michael Farnum is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, communications & media. David received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Washington Washington 26 yrs experience 26 year
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About David Michael Farnum at a glance

David Michael Farnum is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at ATFirm PLLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on ip and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2000) and District of Columbia (2001). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1998) and University of Chicago (A.B. University, 1992). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Michael Farnum is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, communications & media
  • David received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • David practices at ATFirm PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Farnum's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Michael Farnum

Where is David Michael Farnum's law office located?
David Michael Farnum's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is ATFirm PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Farnum handle?
David Michael Farnum focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has David Michael Farnum practiced law?
David Michael Farnum has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did David Michael Farnum go to law school?
David Michael Farnum earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (A.B. University, 1992).
How can I contact David Michael Farnum for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1998
A.B. University
University of Chicago
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2000
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2001

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