Atty. Ellen M Smith

Atty. Ellen M Smith

Ellen M Smith is a lawyer practicing patent application, intellectual property. Ellen received a B.S. degree from Tufts University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Ellen M Smith at a glance

Ellen M Smith is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sughrue Mion, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1997) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2000). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Tufts University (B.S. Civil, 1992). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association, Inc and The District of Columbia Bar American Intellectual Property Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen M Smith is a lawyer practicing patent application, intellectual property
  • Ellen received a B.S. degree from Tufts University in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Ellen practices at Sughrue Mion, PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen M Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen M Smith handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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 District of Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Where is Ellen M Smith's law office located?
Ellen M Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sughrue Mion, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen M Smith handle?
Ellen M Smith focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Ellen M Smith practiced law?
Ellen M Smith has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Ellen M Smith go to law school?
Ellen M Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S. Civil, 1992).
How can I contact Ellen M Smith for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 1997
B.S. Civil
Tufts University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2000

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