Atty. Mark James Deboy
Mark James Deboy is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property prosecution, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2000, and has been licensed for 17 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Gaithersburg, MD · 17+ Years Experience
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About Mark James Deboy at a Glance
Mark James Deboy is an Associate based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, practicing at Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business and ip. Admitted to practice in Maryland registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2009) and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Cirtuit (2015). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Notre Dame (B.S. Physics, 2000). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association. Serves clients in Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mark James Deboy
- Mark James Deboy is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property prosecution, intellectual property litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Mark received a B.S. degree from University of Notre Dame in 2000, and has been licensed for 17 years
- Mark practices at Edell, Shapiro & Finnan, LLC in Gaithersburg, MD
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Mark James Deboy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark James Deboy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Gaithersburg.
Business & Corporate Law in Gaithersburg
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Gaithersburg
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Gaithersburg
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gaithersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Gaithersburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Gaithersburg-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 Gaithersburg Choose Mark James Deboy
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 Mark James Deboy's practice in the field of business and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mark James Deboy brings 17+ 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 registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Cirtuit, Mark James Deboy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and ip, Mark James Deboy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Gaithersburg
A Gaithersburg-based practice means Mark James Deboy attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mark James Deboy Handles in Gaithersburg
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