Atty. Michael Ian Davis

Atty. Michael Ian Davis

Michael Ian Davis is a lawyer practicing copyright application, unfair competition counseling, prosecution and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.Com. degree from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa in 1952, and has been licensed for 71 years.

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Michael Ian Davis is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu, P.C.. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and international. Admitted to practice in Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa, Advocate (Barrister) (1955), New York (1973), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975). Educated at University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa (LL.B., 1954) and University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa (B.Com., 1952). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association New York Patent, Trademark and Copyright Law Association The Copyright Society of the U, S, and A. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Ian Davis is a lawyer practicing copyright application, unfair competition counseling, prosecution and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.Com. degree from University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa in 1952, and has been licensed for 71 years
  • Michael practices at Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Ian Davis's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Ian Davis

Where is Michael Ian Davis's law office located?
Michael Ian Davis's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Ian Davis handle?
Michael Ian Davis focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Ian Davis practiced law?
Michael Ian Davis has 71+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1955.
Where did Michael Ian Davis go to law school?
Michael Ian Davis earned their education at (LL.B., 1954); (B.Com., 1952).
How can I contact Michael Ian Davis for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Ian Davis 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 Ian Davis received?
Michael Ian Davis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
- 1954
B.Com.
University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
- 1952

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa, Advocate (Barrister)
Admitted: 1955
New York
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1983

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