Atty. John C. Knapp
John C. Knapp is a lawyer practicing trademark, trademark & trade dress litigation, trade secret and 3 other areas of law.
Trade Secret & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 21+ Years Experience
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About John C. Knapp at a Glance
John C. Knapp is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, trade secrets, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York (2005), U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (2007), U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York (2007), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (2007). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2004) and Loyola University Maryland B.A. Philosophy and English Literature Loyola University Maryland B.A. 1997 Phi Sigma Tau Loyola University Maryland B.A. Sigma Tau Delta Loyola University Maryland (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John C. Knapp
- John C. Knapp is a lawyer practicing trademark, trademark & trade dress litigation, trade secret and 3 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Loyola University Maryland, and has been licensed for 21 years
- John practices at Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP in New York, NY
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John C. Knapp's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Knapp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Trademark Law in New York
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Copyright Law in New York
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Trade Secrets in New York
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Entertainment & Sports Law in New York
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Internet & Cyber Law in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose John C. Knapp
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John C. Knapp's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, trade secrets, entertainment, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John C. Knapp brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, John C. Knapp can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and trade secrets, John C. Knapp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means John C. Knapp attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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