Atty. Paul Devinsky
Paul Devinsky advises clients on patent, trademark and trademark litigation and counseling, as well as copyright counseling. He is also active in intellectual property (IP) licensing, transactions and due diligence, as well as post-issuance US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proceedings such as reissues and inter partes review, covered business method patent review and post grant review, and appellate (Federal Circuit) advocacy.
Litigation - Patent Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Paul Devinsky at a Glance
Paul Devinsky is a patent attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Patent (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul Devinsky
- Paul Devinsky advises clients on patent, trademark and trademark litigation and counseling, as well as copyright counseling
- He is also active in intellectual property (IP) licensing, transactions and due diligence, as well as post-issuance US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) proceedings such as reissues and inter partes review, covered business method patent review and post grant review, and appellate (Federal Circuit) advocacy
- Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/devinsky-paul/
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Patent Law in Washington
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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.
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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 Paul Devinsky's practice in the field of patent.
Focused Patent Practice
Concentrating on patent means Paul Devinsky's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Paul Devinsky attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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