Atty. Michael Howard Morse

Atty. Michael Howard Morse

Mr. Michael Howard Morse is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, advertising and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Howard Morse at a glance

Michael Howard Morse is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on ip, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1984). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1984) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Howard Morse is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, advertising and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Michael practices at Cooley LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Howard Morse's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Howard Morse handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael Howard Morse is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Howard Morse is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Michael Howard Morse is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in District of Columbia →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Howard Morse

Where is Michael Howard Morse's law office located?
Michael Howard Morse's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Howard Morse handle?
Michael Howard Morse focuses on ip, m&a, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael Howard Morse practiced law?
Michael Howard Morse has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Michael Howard Morse go to law school?
Michael Howard Morse earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Michael Howard Morse for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Howard Morse 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 Michael Howard Morse received?
Michael Howard Morse's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1984
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1984

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