Atty. Prof. Fred Harrison Cate

Atty. Prof. Fred Harrison Cate

Prof. Fred Harrison Cate is a lawyer practicing information and privacy, intellectual property, insurance and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Prof. Fred Harrison Cate at a glance

Prof. Fred Harrison Cate is a Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Hunton And Williams Llp. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, ip, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1987), District of Columbia (1988), and Indiana registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1998). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1987) and Stanford University (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of Indiana State Bar Association State Bar of California Federal Communications Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Prof. Fred Harrison Cate is a lawyer practicing information and privacy, intellectual property, insurance and 3 other areas of law
  • Fred received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Fred practices at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Prof. Fred Harrison Cate's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Prof. Fred Harrison Cate handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 andnue, 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 Prof. Fred Harrison Cate

Where is Prof. Fred Harrison Cate's law office located?
Prof. Fred Harrison Cate's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Hunton And Williams Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Prof. Fred Harrison Cate handle?
Prof. Fred Harrison Cate focuses on business, ip, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Prof. Fred Harrison Cate practiced law?
Prof. Fred Harrison Cate has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Prof. Fred Harrison Cate go to law school?
Prof. Fred Harrison Cate earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Prof. Fred Harrison Cate for a consultation?
You can contact Prof. Fred Harrison Cate 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 Prof. Fred Harrison Cate received?
Prof. Fred Harrison Cate's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1987
A.B.
Stanford University
- 1984

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
Indiana registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1998

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