Atty. Ronald E. Shapiro
Editor-in-Chief, The Maryland Law Forum, 1977-1978. Recipient, William P.
Copyrights & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 48+ Years Experience
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About Ronald E. Shapiro at a Glance
Ronald E. Shapiro is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Shapiro and Silverstein PLLC. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1978), U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1979), District of Columbia (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1978) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fairfax and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar International Trademark Association International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property Licensing Executives Society. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Ronald E. Shapiro
- Editor-in-Chief, The Maryland Law Forum, 1977-1978
- Recipient, William P. Cunningham Award for Exceptional Achievement and Service, University of Maryland School of Law, 1978
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Ronald E. Shapiro's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ronald E. Shapiro handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
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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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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Why Clients in Washington Choose Ronald E. Shapiro
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 Ronald E. Shapiro's practice in the field of trademark, copyright, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Ronald E. Shapiro brings 48+ 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, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland, and District of Columbia, Ronald E. Shapiro can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, copyright, and ip, Ronald E. Shapiro 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 Ronald E. Shapiro 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 Ronald E. Shapiro Handles in Washington
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