Atty. Michael Noah Schlesinger
Mr. Michael Noah Schlesinger is a lawyer practicing global trade and investment, intellectual property and technology, entertainment and 1 other area of law.
Entertainment & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 30+ Years Experience
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About Michael Noah Schlesinger at a Glance
Michael Noah Schlesinger is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1996) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. (1997). Educated at Oberlin College (A.B. History, 1989) and Columbia Law School J.D. with honors Columbia Law School J.D. 1996 Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar (—). Provides legal services in Japanese Korean. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Noah Schlesinger
- Mr. Michael Noah Schlesinger is a lawyer practicing global trade and investment, intellectual property and technology, entertainment and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Oberlin College in 1989, and has been licensed for 30 years
- Michael practices at Mitchell Silberberg & Knupp LLP in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Noah Schlesinger's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Noah Schlesinger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Intellectual Property in Washington
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Noah Schlesinger is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Washington
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Michael Noah Schlesinger is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Michael Noah Schlesinger
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 Michael Noah Schlesinger's practice in the field of ip, litigation, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Noah Schlesinger brings 30+ 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 Virginia and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S., Michael Noah Schlesinger can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip, litigation, and entertainment, Michael Noah Schlesinger can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Michael Noah Schlesinger attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Noah Schlesinger Handles in Washington
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