Atty. Lawrence Jay Gotts
Mr. Lawrence Jay Gotts is a lawyer practicing licensing, health care & life sciences, intellectual property and 1 other area of law.
Health Care & Life Sciences & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 41+ Years Experience
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About Lawrence Jay Gotts at a Glance
Lawrence Jay Gotts is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, health care, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1985) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1989). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1985) and University of Maryland, College Park (B.S., 1980). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lawrence Jay Gotts
- Mr. Lawrence Jay Gotts is a lawyer practicing licensing, health care & life sciences, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
- Lawrence received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland, College Park in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Lawrence practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Lawrence Jay Gotts's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Jay Gotts handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Patent Law in Washington
Lawrence Jay Gotts is one of 20,632 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in District of Columbia →
Intellectual Property in Washington
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Lawrence Jay Gotts is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →
Health Care Law in Washington
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Lawrence Jay Gotts is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in District of Columbia →
International Law in Washington
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
Lawrence Jay Gotts is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →
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 Lawrence Jay Gotts
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 Lawrence Jay Gotts's practice in the field of patent, ip, health care, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lawrence Jay Gotts brings 41+ 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 Virginia and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Lawrence Jay Gotts can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and health care, Lawrence Jay Gotts 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 Lawrence Jay Gotts 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 Lawrence Jay Gotts Handles in Washington
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