Atty. Devin Ricci
Devin Ricci represents businesses of all sizes in the ownership, monetization, and protection of intellectual property . His practice includes Copyright Law, Trademark Law, Trade Secrets Law, and intellectual property litigation, including Litigation – Patent and Litigation – Intellectual Property matters in federal courts.
Copyright Law & More Attorney · Serving New Orleans, LA
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About Devin Ricci at a Glance
Devin Ricci is a patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana, practicing at Kean Miller. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas and Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 2012) and Louisiana State University (B.S., 2009). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Copyright Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026). Serves clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Devin Ricci
- Devin Ricci represents businesses of all sizes in the ownership, monetization, and protection of intellectual property
- His practice includes Copyright Law, Trademark Law, Trade Secrets Law, and intellectual property litigation, including Litigation – Patent and Litigation – Intellectual Property matters in federal courts
- He works with clients to secure IP rights and to resolve disputes involving patent, trademark, and copyright infringement, as well as trade secret misappropriation
- Devin’s clients include individual inventors, artists, technology companies, universities and research institutions, renewable energy companies, major oil companies, and service providers operating at every stage of the commercial lifecycle
- As a registered patent attorney, Devin prepares and prosecutes U.S. patent applications and coordinates with international counsel on PCT applications and foreign patent filings
- His work includes conducting prior art searches and advising on design-around strategies, non-infringement analyses, and freedom-to-operate considerations
- He has assisted clients with obtaining and maintaining patent protection in more than 40 countries
- Devin also conducts trademark screening searches and prosecutes state, federal, and international trademark applications
- He manages domestic and international IP portfolios and drafts and negotiates licenses, assignments, and transactions involving intellectual property assets
- In addition to his intellectual property practice, Devin advises clients on pipeline servitudes and expropriation rights
- He negotiates, documents, and closes servitude agreements with landowners to secure rights of way for pipeline projects and represents clients in expropriation litigation
- His experience includes due diligence reviews of servitude rights affecting industrial site developments, as well as negotiating and implementing letters of no objection for pipeline and utility installations and crossings
- Although these practice areas are distinct, they are closely connected in Devin’s approach to client representation
- His background in intellectual property law and energy-related matters allows him to identify legal risks early, evaluate practical considerations, and craft strategies aligned with each client’s business objectives
- This perspective informs his work in contract negotiation, litigation strategy, and problem-solving across complex legal issues
- Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Devin advises energy, e-commerce, and technology-driven businesses throughout the region
- Clients value his practical, business-oriented approach and his ability to integrate litigation insight with transactional and advisory work
- His practice emphasizes thoughtful development and diligent protection of intellectual property and related rights
- Before entering private practice, Devin served as a Law Clerk for Entergy, an integrated energy company serving Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, and for the Office of the Louisiana Attorney General, Civil Division
- He also worked as a Judicial Extern for the Honorable J. Michael McDonald of the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeals
- These roles provided Devin with firsthand exposure to the energy industry and the judicial decision-making process, contributing to his understanding of effective legal advocacy and courtroom dynamics
- He developed a strong foundation in ethics and professionalism while building lasting professional relationships that continue to inform his work on behalf of clients at Kean Miller
Practice Areas Explained
Devin Ricci's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Devin Ricci handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New Orleans.
Patent Law in New Orleans
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Trademark Law in New Orleans
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Copyright Law in New Orleans
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Intellectual Property in New Orleans
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Trade Secrets in New Orleans
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New Orleans
Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Orleans are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana 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 Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New Orleans Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New Orleans-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 Orleans Choose Devin Ricci
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 Devin Ricci's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas, State Bar of Texas and Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association, Devin Ricci can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Devin Ricci can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New Orleans
A New Orleans-based practice means Devin Ricci 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 Devin Ricci Handles in New Orleans
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Devin Ricci directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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