Atty. Floyd G. Short

Atty. Floyd G. Short

Floyd G. Short is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, communications and media and 2 other areas of law.

Seattle Seattle 34 Years Experience 34 year
Call (206) 466-4641

Profile Summary

About Floyd G. Short at a glance

Floyd G. Short is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Susman Godfrey L.L.P.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, white collar, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Washington (1992). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1990) and Williams College (B.A. Political, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Floyd G. Short is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, communications and media and 2 other areas of law
  • Floyd received a B.A. degree from Williams College in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Floyd practices at Susman Godfrey L.L.P. in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Floyd G. Short's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Floyd G. Short handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Floyd G. Short is one of 18,874 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in Washington →

Intellectual Property

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

Floyd G. Short is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Washington →

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Floyd G. Short is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Floyd G. Short is one of 41,102 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Floyd G. Short

Where is Floyd G. Short's law office located?
Floyd G. Short's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Susman Godfrey L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Floyd G. Short handle?
Floyd G. Short focuses on patent, ip, white collar, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Floyd G. Short practiced law?
Floyd G. Short has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Floyd G. Short go to law school?
Floyd G. Short earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Political, 1985).
How can I contact Floyd G. Short for a consultation?
You can contact Floyd G. Short directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Floyd G. Short received?
Floyd G. Short's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1990
B.A. Political
Williams College
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1992

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