Atty. David P. Metzger

Atty. David P. Metzger

David P. Metzger is a lawyer practicing government contracts, litigation, intellectual property.

McLean McLean 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About David P. Metzger at a glance

David P. Metzger is a Partner based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Arnold & Porter LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1974), District of Columbia (1982), and Virginia (1983). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1974) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin Virginia State Bar The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David P. Metzger is a lawyer practicing government contracts, litigation, intellectual property
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • David practices at Arnold & Porter LLP in McLean, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David P. Metzger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David P. Metzger 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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Civil Litigation

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

David P. Metzger is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

David P. Metzger is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David P. Metzger

Where is David P. Metzger's law office located?
David P. Metzger's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. The firm is Arnold & Porter LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David P. Metzger handle?
David P. Metzger focuses on ip, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David P. Metzger practiced law?
David P. Metzger has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did David P. Metzger go to law school?
David P. Metzger earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact David P. Metzger for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David P. Metzger received?
David P. Metzger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1974
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1974
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
Virginia
Admitted: 1983

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