Atty. Dennis J. Helms

Atty. Dennis J. Helms

Dennis specializes in matters related to the protection and licensing of intellectual property, specifically trademark and copyright matters, author and publisher agreements, and employment agreements. He also handles the formation and operation of closely held businesses, including nonprofits.

Morristown Morristown 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Dennis J. Helms at a glance

Dennis J. Helms is a Counsel based in Morristown, New Jersey, practicing at Chipperson Law Group, P.C.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1968) and New Jersey (1975). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (LL.B., 1967) and Williams College (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Past President, Princeton Bar Association. Serands clients in Morristown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dennis specializes in matters related to the protection and licensing of intellectual property, specifically trademark and copyright matters, author and publisher agreements, and employment agreements
  • He also handles the formation and operation of closely held businesses, including nonprofits
  • An active member of the International Trademark Association (INTA) since 1990, he is the former chair of INTA's Trade Dress Image Library Subcommittee of the Information Resources Committee
  • An experienced practitioner, his diverse background includes three years at a Wall Street law firm, three years as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, five years in state government as special assistant to two New Jersey governors, and two attorney generals in New Jersey
  • In this latter capacity, he served on the Advisory Committee to the Director of the National Institutes of Health for Recombinant DNA Molecules, working closely with regulators and scientists to determine the appropriate role for government in regulating recombinant DNA research
  • Mr. Helms has published articles and presented lectures on "Valuing and Protecting Intellectual Property" along with pieces on fair use in copyright and the filing of architectural designs in copyright
  • He has also been active in the John J. Lifland Inn of Court for more than ten years

Practice Areas Explained

Dennis J. Helms's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dennis J. Helms handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Dennis J. Helms's law office located?
Dennis J. Helms's law practice is located in Morristown, New Jersey. The firm is Chipperson Law Group, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dennis J. Helms handle?
Dennis J. Helms focuses on trademark, copyright, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Dennis J. Helms practiced law?
Dennis J. Helms has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Dennis J. Helms go to law school?
Dennis J. Helms earned their education at (LL.B., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
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What awards or recognition has Dennis J. Helms received?
Dennis J. Helms's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1967
B.A.
Williams College
- 1964

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1968
New Jersey
Admitted: 1975

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