Yang Li, IP Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
Over 8 years of legal practice
AssociateatSheppard Mullin
Washington, DC
Practicing ip in Washington since 2018.
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Yang Li is an associate based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on IP. Yang has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.
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- Handles IP matters from Washington, DC.
- Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Yang Li: Yang Li is an associate based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on IP. Yang has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Yang Li
Yang concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yang handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Yang takes ip matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yang agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Yang Li — Over 8 years of District of Columbia ip experience
Yang Li is an associate based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on IP. Yang has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sheppard Mullin.
Dr. Yang Li is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Yang received a Ph.D. degree from Yale University in 2013, and has been licensed for 8 years. Yang practices at Sheppard Mullin in Washington, DC.
Yang's approach to ip cases
Dr. Yang Li is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Yang received a Ph.D. degree from Yale University in 2013, and has been licensed for 8 years. Yang practices at Sheppard Mullin in Washington, DC.
The kind of cases Yang takes
Yang reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Yang Li's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University
J.D. · 2018
Yale University
Ph.D. Chemistry · 2013
Jurisdictions
Yang's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2019 · ACTIVE
Virginia
2018 · ACTIVE
Yang studied at J.D. in Georgetown University and Ph.D. Chemistry in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Yang completed J.D. in Georgetown University and Ph.D. Chemistry in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yang runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Yang Li's office in Washington
Yang's primary office is at 2099 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 100, Washington, DC, 20006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Sheppard Mullin
2099 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 100
Washington, DC 20006
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How to hire Yang Li — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yang usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Yang charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yang's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Yang will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Yang
Yang discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Yang confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Yang's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Yang Li
How much does it cost to hire Yang for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yang walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Yang offer a free consultation?
Yang charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yang's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Yang's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Yang gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Yang take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Yang is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Yang will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Yang?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Yang will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Yang accepting new ip clients right now?
Yang's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia
Yang handles ip matters throughout District of Columbia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
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