Atty. Michael Louis Dever

Atty. Michael Louis Dever

Michael Louis Dever is a lawyer practicing licensing, patent application, intellectual property and 11 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Michael Louis Dever at a glance

Michael Louis Dever is a Shareholder based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984) and Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court register to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1986). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1984) and West Virginia University (B.S. Chemical, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania and American Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Pittsburgh Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Owners Association. Serands clients in Pittsburgh, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Louis Dever is a lawyer practicing licensing, patent application, intellectual property and 11 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from West Virginia University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Michael practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Pittsburgh, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Louis Dever's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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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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Trade Secrets

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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 Pittsburgh 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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Common questions about Michael Louis Dever

Where is Michael Louis Dever's law office located?
Michael Louis Dever's law practice is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Louis Dever handle?
Michael Louis Dever focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael Louis Dever practiced law?
Michael Louis Dever has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Michael Louis Dever go to law school?
Michael Louis Dever earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Chemical, 1981).
How can I contact Michael Louis Dever for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Louis Dever received?
Michael Louis Dever's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1984
B.S. Chemical
West Virginia University
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984
Pennsylvania U.S. Supreme Court register to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1986

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