Atty. Gerard Michael Donovan

Atty. Gerard Michael Donovan

Mr. Gerard Michael Donovan is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, copyright litigation, patent litigation and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Gerard Michael Donovan at a glance

Gerard Michael Donovan is an Associate based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2009) and District of Columbia (2010). Educated at Drexel University Earle Mack School of Law (J.D. Intellectual, 2009) and Drexel University (B.S. Computer, 2005). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Gerard Michael Donovan is a lawyer practicing ip litigation, copyright litigation, patent litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Gerard received a B.S. degree from Drexel University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Gerard practices at Reed Smith LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Gerard Michael Donovan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerard Michael Donovan 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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Civil Litigation

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

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerard Michael Donovan

Where is Gerard Michael Donovan's law office located?
Gerard Michael Donovan's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerard Michael Donovan handle?
Gerard Michael Donovan focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Gerard Michael Donovan practiced law?
Gerard Michael Donovan has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Gerard Michael Donovan go to law school?
Gerard Michael Donovan earned their education at (J.D. Intellectual, 2009); (B.S. Computer, 2005).
How can I contact Gerard Michael Donovan for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Intellectual
Drexel University Earle Mack School of Law
- 2009
B.S. Computer
Drexel University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2009
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2010

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