Atty. David R. Risley

Atty. David R. Risley

Mr. David R.

Atlanta Atlanta 31 Years Experience 31 year
Call (470) 964-3575

Profile Summary

About David R. Risley at a glance

David R. Risley is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Thomas Horstemeyer, L.L.P.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trademark, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1995) and Georgia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1998). Educated at Columbus School of Law, The Catholic University of America (J.D., 1995) and Michigan State University (B.S.M.E., 1992). Active member of GBP) Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM, State Bar of Virginia State Bar of Georgia American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Georgia Biomedical Partnership. Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. David R. Risley is a lawyer practicing patent, electrical/computer, opinions/due diligence and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S.M.E. degree from Michigan State University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • David practices at Thomas Horstemeyer, L.L.P. in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

David R. Risley's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Intellectual Property

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

David R. Risley is one of 45,724 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David R. Risley

Where is David R. Risley's law office located?
David R. Risley's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Thomas Horstemeyer, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David R. Risley handle?
David R. Risley focuses on trademark, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has David R. Risley practiced law?
David R. Risley has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did David R. Risley go to law school?
David R. Risley earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S.M.E., 1992).
How can I contact David R. Risley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbus School of Law, The Catholic University of America
- 1995
B.S.M.E.
Michigan State University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1995
Georgia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1998

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