Atty. Patrick J. Flinn

Atty. Patrick J. Flinn

Patrick J. Flinn is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution, counseling & review and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 44 Years Experience 44 year
Call (771) 224-8358

Profile Summary

About Patrick J. Flinn at a glance

Patrick J. Flinn is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Alston And Bird Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on patent, business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and Georgia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1995). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1982) and Stanford University (A.B., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick J. Flinn is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, intellectual property litigation, patent prosecution, counseling & review and 3 other areas of law
  • Patrick J. received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Patrick J. practices at Alston & Bird LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick J. Flinn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick J. Flinn handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

Patrick J. Flinn is one of 18,874 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in District of Columbia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

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

Patrick J. Flinn is one of 94,505 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Patrick J. Flinn is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick J. Flinn

Where is Patrick J. Flinn's law office located?
Patrick J. Flinn's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Alston And Bird Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick J. Flinn handle?
Patrick J. Flinn focuses on patent, business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Patrick J. Flinn practiced law?
Patrick J. Flinn has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Patrick J. Flinn go to law school?
Patrick J. Flinn earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1978).
How can I contact Patrick J. Flinn for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick J. Flinn 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 Patrick J. Flinn received?
Patrick J. Flinn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1982
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
Georgia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1995

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