Atty. Leslie Ann McDonell

Atty. Leslie Ann McDonell

Leslie Ann McDonell is a lawyer practicing appeals, defective and dangerous products, biotechnology licensing and 2 other areas of law. Leslie received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years.

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About Leslie Ann McDonell at a glance

Leslie Ann McDonell is a Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, product liability, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1988), New York (1989), District of Columbia (1997), and Massachusetts registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D., 1988) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute (B.S., 1981). Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Leslie Ann McDonell is a lawyer practicing appeals, defective and dangerous products, biotechnology licensing and 2 other areas of law
  • Leslie received a B.S. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Leslie practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie Ann McDonell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie Ann McDonell 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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Product Liability

Leslie Ann McDonell is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Massachusetts →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leslie Ann McDonell

Where is Leslie Ann McDonell's law office located?
Leslie Ann McDonell's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie Ann McDonell handle?
Leslie Ann McDonell focuses on patent, ip, product liability, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Leslie Ann McDonell practiced law?
Leslie Ann McDonell has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Leslie Ann McDonell go to law school?
Leslie Ann McDonell earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S., 1981).
How can I contact Leslie Ann McDonell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Diego
- 1988
B.S.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997
Massachusetts registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002

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