Entertainment, Technology And Advertising & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 36+ Years Experience
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About Robert M. Masters at a Glance
Robert M. Masters is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in Maryland United Stated Patent and Trademark Office United States District Court for the District of (1990) and District of Columbia (1992). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1990) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Bar Association of the District of Columbia Maryland State and American (Member, Sections on: Intellectual Property Law Litigation) Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association Intellectual Property Owners ITC Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert M. Masters
- Mr. Robert M. Masters is a lawyer practicing entertainment, technology and advertising, healthcare, intellectual property and 18 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1985, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Robert practices at Sheppard Mullin in Washington, DC
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Robert M. Masters's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert M. Masters 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
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Trademark Law in Washington
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Copyright Law in Washington
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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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Trade Secrets in Washington
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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 M. Masters
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 M. Masters's practice in the field of patent, trademark, copyright, ip, and trade secrets.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert M. Masters brings 36+ 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 Maryland United Stated Patent and Trademark Office United States District Court for the District of and District of Columbia, Robert M. Masters can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and copyright, Robert M. Masters 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 M. Masters 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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Common Legal Issues Robert M. Masters Handles in Washington
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