Atty. Stephen Arthur Soffen

Atty. Stephen Arthur Soffen

Mr. Stephen Arthur Soffen is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark, copyright and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Stephen Arthur Soffen at a glance

Stephen Arthur Soffen is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dickstein Shapiro Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (1983), and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1988). Educated at Suffolk University (J.D., 1982) and Cornell University (B.S.E.E., 1978). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen Arthur Soffen is a lawyer practicing patent, trademark, copyright and 3 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S.E.E. degree from Cornell University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Stephen practices at Dickstein Shapiro LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Arthur Soffen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Arthur Soffen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright 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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Civil Litigation

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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 Stephen Arthur Soffen

Where is Stephen Arthur Soffen's law office located?
Stephen Arthur Soffen's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dickstein Shapiro Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Arthur Soffen handle?
Stephen Arthur Soffen focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Stephen Arthur Soffen practiced law?
Stephen Arthur Soffen has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Stephen Arthur Soffen go to law school?
Stephen Arthur Soffen earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S.E.E., 1978).
How can I contact Stephen Arthur Soffen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Suffolk University
- 1982
B.S.E.E.
Cornell University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1988

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