Atty. Eric Michael Solovy

Atty. Eric Michael Solovy

Mr. Eric Michael Solovy is a lawyer practicing international law, intellectual property, appeals.

Washington Washington 27 Years Experience 27 year
Call (771) 212-0568

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About Eric Michael Solovy at a glance

Eric Michael Solovy is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sidley Austin Llp. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on ip, appellate, and international. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999), District of Columbia (2000), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (2000). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1999) and Duke University (B.A., 1996). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Eric Michael Solovy is a lawyer practicing international law, intellectual property, appeals
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Eric practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Michael Solovy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Michael Solovy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Eric Michael Solovy is one of 36,155 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Michael Solovy

Where is Eric Michael Solovy's law office located?
Eric Michael Solovy's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sidley Austin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Michael Solovy handle?
Eric Michael Solovy focuses on ip, appellate, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Eric Michael Solovy practiced law?
Eric Michael Solovy has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Eric Michael Solovy go to law school?
Eric Michael Solovy earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Eric Michael Solovy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1999
B.A.
Duke University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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