Atty. David Sloan Gooder

Atty. David Sloan Gooder

David Sloan Gooder is a lawyer practicing trademarks, licensing, copyrights and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Alexandria Alexandria 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About David Sloan Gooder at a glance

David Sloan Gooder is a V.P., COO & Chr. Trademark Coun. based in Alexandria, Virginia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, and ip. Admitted to practice in California (1987) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1987). Educated at University of Arizona (J.D., 1987) and University of Arizona (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Sloan Gooder is a lawyer practicing trademarks, licensing, copyrights and 3 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David Sloan Gooder's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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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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 Alexandria 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 Sloan Gooder

Where is David Sloan Gooder's law office located?
David Sloan Gooder's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Sloan Gooder handle?
David Sloan Gooder focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David Sloan Gooder practiced law?
David Sloan Gooder has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Sloan Gooder go to law school?
David Sloan Gooder earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact David Sloan Gooder for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Arizona
- 1987
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 1983

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1987

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