Atty. David O. Johanson

Atty. David O. Johanson

David O. Johanson is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, communications & media, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

Boston Boston 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About David O. Johanson at a glance

David O. Johanson is a Senior Counsel based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1977) and Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1977). Educated at Harvard Law School (cum laude Harvard Law School Class of 1976 Juris Doctor Yale University Class of 1972 Bachelor of Ar, 1976) and Harvard University Law School J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David O. Johanson is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, communications & media, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a degree from Harvard Law School in 1976, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • David practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

David O. Johanson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David O. Johanson 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

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David O. Johanson

Where is David O. Johanson's law office located?
David O. Johanson's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David O. Johanson handle?
David O. Johanson focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has David O. Johanson practiced law?
David O. Johanson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did David O. Johanson go to law school?
David O. Johanson earned their education at (cum laude Harvard Law School Class of 1976 Juris Doctor Yale University Class of 1972 Bachelor of Ar, 1976); (—).
How can I contact David O. Johanson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David O. Johanson received?
David O. Johanson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

cum laude Harvard Law School Class of 1976 Juris Doctor Yale University Class of 1972 Bachelor of Ar
Harvard Law School
- 1976
Harvard University Law School J.D.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977

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