Atty. David Wesley Dorton

Atty. David Wesley Dorton

David Wesley Dorton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent, trademark and copyright and 1 other area of law. David received a degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Cincinnati Cincinnati 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About David Wesley Dorton at a glance

David Wesley Dorton is a Partner based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at Wood Herron And Evans L L P. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Ohio (2001). Educated at University of Dayton School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (M.S.M.E., 1991). Active member of Ohio State and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Wesley Dorton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent, trademark and copyright and 1 other area of law
  • David received a degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1991, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • David practices at Wood, Herron & Evans, L.L.P. in Cincinnati, OH

Practice Areas Explained

David Wesley Dorton's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Wesley Dorton

Where is David Wesley Dorton's law office located?
David Wesley Dorton's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm is Wood Herron And Evans L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Wesley Dorton handle?
David Wesley Dorton focuses on trademark, copyright, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has David Wesley Dorton practiced law?
David Wesley Dorton has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did David Wesley Dorton go to law school?
David Wesley Dorton earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (M.S.M.E., 1991).
How can I contact David Wesley Dorton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Dayton School of Law
- 2001
M.S.M.E.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 2001

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