Atty. John C Garvey

Atty. John C Garvey

John C Garvey is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, ip educational programs, patent practice and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S.E. degree from Duke University, Durham, North Carolina in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Washington Washington 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John C Garvey at a glance

John C Garvey is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Staas & Halsey LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit (1982), and U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1982). Educated at George Washington University National Law Center, Washington, District of Columbia (J.D. With, 1979) and Duke University, Durham, North Carolina (B.S.E. Cum, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships •The District of Columbia Bar Member •American Intellectual Property Law Association, 1980 - Present Member •Federal Circuit Bar Association Member. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John C Garvey is a lawyer practicing antitrust & trade law, ip educational programs, patent practice and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S.E. degree from Duke University, Durham, North Carolina in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices at Staas & Halsey LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John C Garvey's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C Garvey handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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

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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 John C Garvey

Where is John C Garvey's law office located?
John C Garvey's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Staas & Halsey LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C Garvey handle?
John C Garvey focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John C Garvey practiced law?
John C Garvey has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John C Garvey go to law school?
John C Garvey earned their education at (J.D. With, 1979); (B.S.E. Cum, 1975).
How can I contact John C Garvey for a consultation?
You can contact John C Garvey directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John C Garvey received?
John C Garvey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. With
George Washington University National Law Center, Washington, District of Columbia
- 1979
B.S.E. Cum
Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court of the District of Columbia U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1982

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