Atty. Sunhee Lee

Atty. Sunhee Lee

Ms. Sunhee Lee is a lawyer practicing life sciences / biotechnology, patent application, biotechnology patent prosecution and 1 other area of law.

Washington Washington 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Sunhee Lee at a glance

Sunhee Lee is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sughrue Mion, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on patent. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997), Virginia (2005), and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2006). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2005) and Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea (B.S., 1985). Active member of Federal Circuit and American (Member, IP Law Section, 2004—) Bar Associations American Intellectual Property Law Association. Provides legal services in Korean. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ms. Sunhee Lee is a lawyer practicing life sciences / biotechnology, patent application, biotechnology patent prosecution and 1 other area of law
  • Sunhee received a B.S. degree from Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea in 1985, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Sunhee practices at Sughrue Mion, PLLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Sunhee Lee's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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

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Where is Sunhee Lee's law office located?
Sunhee Lee's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sughrue Mion, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sunhee Lee handle?
Sunhee Lee focuses on patent. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Sunhee Lee practiced law?
Sunhee Lee has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
What languages does Sunhee Lee speak?
Sunhee Lee provides legal services in Korean. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Sunhee Lee go to law school?
Sunhee Lee earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Sunhee Lee for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 2005
B.S.
Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea
- 1985

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
Virginia
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2006

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