Atty. Martin Jay Black

Atty. Martin Jay Black

Martin Jay Black is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, pharmaceutical, intellectual property and 5 other areas of law. Martin received a B.S.E. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Martin Jay Black at a glance

Martin Jay Black is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federa (1988) and New Jersey (1992). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1988) and University of Pennsylvania (B.S.E., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Martin Jay Black is a lawyer practicing life sciences & biotechnology, pharmaceutical, intellectual property and 5 other areas of law
  • Martin received a B.S.E. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Martin practices at Dechert LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Martin Jay Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Martin Jay Black 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

Martin Jay Black is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Martin Jay Black

Where is Martin Jay Black's law office located?
Martin Jay Black's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Dechert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martin Jay Black handle?
Martin Jay Black focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Martin Jay Black practiced law?
Martin Jay Black has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Martin Jay Black go to law school?
Martin Jay Black earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S.E., 1985).
How can I contact Martin Jay Black for a consultation?
You can contact Martin Jay Black directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Martin Jay Black received?
Martin Jay Black's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1988
B.S.E.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federa
Admitted: 1988
New Jersey
Admitted: 1992

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