Atty. Gary Abelev
Gary Abelev is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, health care, representation of domestic and foreign clients in patent litigation and 8 other areas of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from Polytechnic University in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years.
Health Care & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 31+ Years Experience
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About Gary Abelev at a Glance
Gary Abelev is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Andrews Kurth Kenyon LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1995), New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U (1996), and Massachusetts (2023). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Polytechnic University (B.S. Electrical, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association (Member, Intellectual Property Section) New York Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Abelev
- Gary Abelev is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, health care, representation of domestic and foreign clients in patent litigation and 8 other areas of law
- Gary received a B.S. degree from Polytechnic University in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Gary practices at Andrews Kurth Kenyon LLP in New York, NY
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Gary Abelev's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Abelev handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Patent Law in New York
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Trademark Law in New York
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Copyright Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 York Choose Gary Abelev
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 Gary Abelev's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary Abelev brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U, and Massachusetts, Gary Abelev can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Gary Abelev can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Gary Abelev 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 Gary Abelev Handles in New York
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