Atty. Joseph A Micallef

Atty. Joseph A Micallef

Joseph A Micallef is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, international trade, itc section 337 and 2 other areas of law. Joseph received a B.S. degree from Catholic University of America in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Washington Washington 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Joseph A Micallef at a glance

Joseph A Micallef is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sidley Austin Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets, and international. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1993) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1994). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Catholic University of America (B.S. Electrical, 1988). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph A Micallef is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, international trade, itc section 337 and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.S. degree from Catholic University of America in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Joseph practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph A Micallef's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph A Micallef handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent 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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Trade Secrets

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Where is Joseph A Micallef's law office located?
Joseph A Micallef's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sidley Austin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph A Micallef handle?
Joseph A Micallef focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Joseph A Micallef practiced law?
Joseph A Micallef has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Joseph A Micallef go to law school?
Joseph A Micallef earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S. Electrical, 1988).
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1991
B.S. Electrical
Catholic University of America
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Delaware
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1994

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