Atty. John Christopher Evans

Atty. John Christopher Evans

John Christopher Evans is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, itc section 337 and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1999, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Cleveland Cleveland 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (440) 737-2007

Profile Summary

About John Christopher Evans at a glance

John Christopher Evans is an Associate based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Jones Day. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip, and juvenile. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1997), Texas (2000), and Ohio U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, District of Colorado, and (2007). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 2006) and Colby College (B.A. University, 1999). Serves clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Christopher Evans is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent litigation, itc section 337 and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Colby College in 1999, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • John practices at Jones Day in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

John Christopher Evans's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Criminal Defense

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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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Juvenile Law

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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 Cleveland 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 venue, 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 John Christopher Evans

Where is John Christopher Evans's law office located?
John Christopher Evans's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Christopher Evans handle?
John Christopher Evans focuses on patent, criminal defense, ip, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has John Christopher Evans practiced law?
John Christopher Evans has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John Christopher Evans go to law school?
John Christopher Evans earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A. University, 1999).
How can I contact John Christopher Evans for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 2006
B.A. University
Colby College
- 1999

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1997
Texas
Admitted: 2000
Ohio U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, District of Colorado, and
Admitted: 2007

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