Atty. David W. Detjen

Atty. David W. Detjen

David W. Detjen is a lawyer practicing finance, intellectual property, intellectual property licensing transactions and 4 other areas of law.

New York New York 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About David W. Detjen at a glance

David W. Detjen is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, ip licensing, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1973) and New York (1981). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Washington University in St. Louis (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David W. Detjen is a lawyer practicing finance, intellectual property, intellectual property licensing transactions and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a A.B. degree from Washington University in St. Louis in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • David practices at Alston & Bird LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David W. Detjen's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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

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IP Licensing

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Product Liability

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Jurisdictional Context

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David W. Detjen

Where is David W. Detjen's law office located?
David W. Detjen's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David W. Detjen handle?
David W. Detjen focuses on business, ip, m&a, ip licensing, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David W. Detjen practiced law?
David W. Detjen has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did David W. Detjen go to law school?
David W. Detjen earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1970).
How can I contact David W. Detjen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David W. Detjen received?
David W. Detjen's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 1973
A.B.
Washington University in St. Louis
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1973
New York
Admitted: 1981

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