Atty. Jonathan G. Cedarbaum
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, class action, litigation/controversy and 7 other areas of law.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 29+ Years Experience
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About Jonathan G. Cedarbaum at a Glance
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wilmerhale. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on ip, class action, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1997) and District of Columbia Illinois (2003). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D. M.Phil., 1996) and Balliol College, Oxford University 1983-1984 Harvard University (A.B., 1983). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jonathan G. Cedarbaum
- Jonathan G. Cedarbaum is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, class action, litigation/controversy and 7 other areas of law
- Jonathan received a degree from Balliol College, Oxford University, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Jonathan practices at WilmerHale in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan G. Cedarbaum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Intellectual Property in Washington
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Class Action in Washington
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in District of Columbia →
Securities Law in Washington
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →
Consumer Protection in Washington
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Jonathan G. Cedarbaum
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 Jonathan G. Cedarbaum's practice in the field of ip, class action, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jonathan G. Cedarbaum brings 29+ 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 Maryland and District of Columbia Illinois, Jonathan G. Cedarbaum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, class action, and securities, Jonathan G. Cedarbaum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Jonathan G. Cedarbaum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Jonathan G. Cedarbaum Handles in Washington
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