Atty. Shara L. Aranoff

Atty. Shara L. Aranoff

Ms. Shara L.

Washington Washington 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (240) 885-7614 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Shara L. Aranoff at a glance

Shara L. Aranoff is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and international. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1988), New York (1989), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1988) and Princeton University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Shara L. Aranoff is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, ip policy, law reform & treaty compliance, patent litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Shara received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Shara practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Shara L. Aranoff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shara L. Aranoff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 Shara L. Aranoff

Where is Shara L. Aranoff's law office located?
Shara L. Aranoff's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shara L. Aranoff handle?
Shara L. Aranoff focuses on patent, ip, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Shara L. Aranoff practiced law?
Shara L. Aranoff has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Shara L. Aranoff go to law school?
Shara L. Aranoff earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Shara L. Aranoff for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1988
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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