Atty. David Wu
David Wu is a lawyer practicing international law, intellectual property, securities. David received a B.S. degree from Stanford University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 41+ Years Experience
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About David Wu at a Glance
David Wu is a ip, securities, and international attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1985). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1982) and Stanford University (B.S., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Wu
- David Wu is a lawyer practicing international law, intellectual property, securities
- David received a B.S. degree from Stanford University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
- David practices in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
David Wu's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Wu handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Intellectual Property in Washington
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
David Wu is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →
Securities Law in Washington
David Wu is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →
International Law in Washington
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
David Wu is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose David Wu
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 Wu's practice in the field of ip, securities, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Wu brings 41+ 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 ip, securities, and international, David Wu can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means David Wu attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Wu Handles in Washington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Wu has experience with under District of Columbia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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