Atty. John David Carlin

Atty. John David Carlin

John David Carlin is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property, copyright infringement and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years.

New York New York 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About John David Carlin at a glance

John David Carlin is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent, copyright, ip, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1993) and New Jersey U.S. District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York U.S. Court of Appe (1993). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Michigan (B.S.E.E., 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association American Intellectual Property Law Association New York Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John David Carlin is a lawyer practicing patent infringement, intellectual property, copyright infringement and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • John practices at Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John David Carlin's Areas of Practice

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

Patent 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John David Carlin

Where is John David Carlin's law office located?
John David Carlin's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John David Carlin handle?
John David Carlin focuses on patent, copyright, ip, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John David Carlin practiced law?
John David Carlin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did John David Carlin go to law school?
John David Carlin earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S.E.E., 1989).
How can I contact John David Carlin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John David Carlin received?
John David Carlin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1992
B.S.E.E.
University of Michigan
- 1989

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1993
New Jersey U.S. District Court for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York U.S. Court of Appe
Admitted: 1993

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