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Atty. Donald L. Rhoads

Atty. Donald L. Rhoads

Donald L. Rhoads is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution, trademark prosecution and 4 other areas of law.

New York New York 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Donald L. Rhoads at a glance

Donald L. Rhoads is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and ip licensing. Admitted to practice in New York (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1991), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit regist (1991). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1989) and Dickinson College (B.S., 1982). Active member of American Bar Association (Member, Litigation Division, Intellectual Property Division) New York Intellectual Property Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association New Jersey Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Donald L. Rhoads is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution, trademark prosecution and 4 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.S. degree from Dickinson College in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Donald practices at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Donald L. Rhoads's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald L. Rhoads handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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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IP Licensing

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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 Donald L. Rhoads

Where is Donald L. Rhoads's law office located?
Donald L. Rhoads's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald L. Rhoads handle?
Donald L. Rhoads focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, ip licensing. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Donald L. Rhoads practiced law?
Donald L. Rhoads has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Donald L. Rhoads go to law school?
Donald L. Rhoads earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact Donald L. Rhoads for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1989
B.S.
Dickinson College
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit regist
Admitted: 1991

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