Atty. James David Liles

Atty. James David Liles

James David Liles is a lawyer practicing administrative law, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 12 other areas of law. James received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Kentucky in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About James David Liles at a glance

James David Liles is a Partner based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1974) and Kentucky U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Ken (1977). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. University, 1976) and University of Kentucky (B.S.M.E., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cincinnati and Kentucky Bar Associations. Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Liles is a lawyer practicing administrative law, alternative dispute resolution, appellate practice and 12 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S.M.E. degree from University of Kentucky in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP in Cincinnati, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James David Liles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Liles 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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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James David Liles

Where is James David Liles's law office located?
James David Liles's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm is Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Liles handle?
James David Liles focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James David Liles practiced law?
James David Liles has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James David Liles go to law school?
James David Liles earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1976); (B.S.M.E., 1971).
How can I contact James David Liles for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Liles received?
James David Liles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. University
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1976
B.S.M.E.
University of Kentucky
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1974
Kentucky U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Ken
Admitted: 1977

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