Atty. David Soofian
David Soofian is a lawyer practicing patent application, advertising, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Columbia University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years.
Advertising & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 16+ Years Experience
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About David Soofian at a Glance
David Soofian is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, litigation, and entertainment. Educated at Columbia University (B.S. Yeshiva, 2004) and Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law J.D. 2009 Benjamin N. Cardozo Writing Award Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law J.D. Associate Editor for the Journal of Law and Gender (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Soofian
- David Soofian is a lawyer practicing patent application, advertising, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from Columbia University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years
- David practices at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
David Soofian's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Soofian handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Patent Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in New York
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose David Soofian
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Soofian's practice in the field of patent, ip, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Soofian brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and litigation, David Soofian can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means David Soofian attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Soofian Handles in New York
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