Atty. James Coyne King

Atty. James Coyne King

James Coyne King is a lawyer practicing antitrust litigation, commercial law, intellectual property litigation. James Coyne received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

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About James Coyne King at a glance

James Coyne King is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Murphy & King Professional Corporation. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), U.S. Tax Court (1975), U.S. Supreme Court (1977), and Massachusetts (1980). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D. Taxation, 1973) and Georgetown University (A.B. Taxation, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston and Massachusetts Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Coyne King is a lawyer practicing antitrust litigation, commercial law, intellectual property litigation
  • James Coyne received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James Coyne practices at Murphy & King Professional Corporation in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Coyne King's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Coyne King handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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

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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 Coyne King

Where is James Coyne King's law office located?
James Coyne King's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Murphy & King Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Coyne King handle?
James Coyne King focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Coyne King practiced law?
James Coyne King has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Coyne King go to law school?
James Coyne King earned their education at (J.D. Taxation, 1973); (A.B. Taxation, 1970).
How can I contact James Coyne King for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Coyne King received?
James Coyne King's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Taxation
Georgetown University
- 1973
A.B. Taxation
Georgetown University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1980

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