Atty. Robert Frederic Shaffer
Robert Frederic Shaffer is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, patent licensing and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Patent Licensing & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 26+ Years Experience
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About Robert Frederic Shaffer at a Glance
Robert Frederic Shaffer is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Finnegan Henderson Farabow Garrett And Dunner L L P. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, trade secrets, health care, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2000) and District of Columbia (2001). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Georgetown University (B.A. History, 1992). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Frederic Shaffer
- Robert Frederic Shaffer is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, patent licensing and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Robert practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Washington, DC
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Frederic Shaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Frederic Shaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Patent Law in Washington
Robert Frederic Shaffer is one of 20,632 patent attorneys indexed nationally. Browse patent attorneys in District of Columbia →
Intellectual Property in Washington
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Robert Frederic Shaffer is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in District of Columbia →
Trade Secrets in Washington
Robert Frederic Shaffer is one of 6,604 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in District of Columbia →
Health Care Law in Washington
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Robert Frederic Shaffer is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in District of Columbia →
Appellate Practice in Washington
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Robert Frederic Shaffer is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Robert Frederic Shaffer
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 Robert Frederic Shaffer's practice in the field of patent, ip, trade secrets, health care, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Frederic Shaffer brings 26+ 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, Robert Frederic Shaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, ip, and trade secrets, Robert Frederic Shaffer 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 Robert Frederic Shaffer 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 Robert Frederic Shaffer Handles in Washington
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