Atty. James Burton Monroe

Atty. James Burton Monroe

Mr. James Burton Monroe is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, patent licensing and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About James Burton Monroe at a glance

James Burton Monroe is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett And Dunner L L P. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1991) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1996). Educated at The George Washington University National Law Center (J.D., 1991) and Washington University (B.S. Chemical, 1986). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Burton Monroe is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, patent licensing and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Washington University in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Burton Monroe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Burton Monroe 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Burton Monroe

Where is James Burton Monroe's law office located?
James Burton Monroe's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett And Dunner L L P. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Burton Monroe handle?
James Burton Monroe focuses on patent, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Burton Monroe practiced law?
James Burton Monroe has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James Burton Monroe go to law school?
James Burton Monroe earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Chemical, 1986).
How can I contact James Burton Monroe for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The George Washington University National Law Center
- 1991
B.S. Chemical
Washington University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1996

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