Atty. John L. Capone, Esq

Atty. John L. Capone, Esq

John L. Capone, Esq is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, litigation.

Providence Providence 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (737) 358-3718 Book Appointment

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About John L. Capone, Esq at a glance

John L. Capone, Esq is a Senior Counsel based in Providence, Rhode Island, practicing at Duffy & Sweeney, Ltd.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1994), and Georgia (1999). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Tufts University (B.A. Philosophy, 1982). Active member of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Association Boston Patent Law Association. Serands clients in Providence, RI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John L. Capone, Esq is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, litigation
  • John L. received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • John L. practices at Duffy & Sweeney, Ltd. in Providence, RI

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Capone, Esq's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Rhode Island

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John L. Capone, Esq

Where is John L. Capone, Esq's law office located?
John L. Capone, Esq's law practice is located in Providence, Rhode Island. The firm is Duffy & Sweeney, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Capone, Esq handle?
John L. Capone, Esq focuses on real estate, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Rhode Island.
How long has John L. Capone, Esq practiced law?
John L. Capone, Esq has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John L. Capone, Esq go to law school?
John L. Capone, Esq earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. Philosophy, 1982).
How can I contact John L. Capone, Esq for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
- 1985
B.A. Philosophy
Tufts University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Rhode Island
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1994
Georgia
Admitted: 1999
Massachusetts registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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