Verified ip attorney directory
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About this directory
Choose an ip attorney with the same diligence you’d apply to any senior professional.
Every ip attorney listed in our directory has been cross-checked against state bar records — license number, admission date, practice areas, and any disciplinary history are surfaced on the profile, never hidden. The state with the largest population of ip attorneys is California, but you can drill into any U.S. jurisdiction below.
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About this area of law
What ip lawyers do
IP attorneys protect what their clients create. They prosecute patents and trademarks at the USPTO, register copyrights, draft licenses, and litigate when someone copies the work.
Editorial ranking
Top-rated ip attorneys
Randal D Shimon
Nevada
5.0· 56 reviews
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Robert Craig Thrift, Jr.
Georgia
5.0· 48 reviews
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Gary Green
Pennsylvania
5.0· 47 reviews
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Peter Michael Spingola
Illinois
5.0· 39 reviews
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Gregory D. Lorincz
Massachusetts
5.0· 38 reviews
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David Scott Farber
Florida
5.0· 37 reviews
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Terence E. Doherty
Colorado
5.0· 34 reviews
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Sa'Id Vakili
California
5.0· 33 reviews
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Robert F. Goings
South Carolina
5.0· 33 reviews
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Luis M. Ortiz
New Mexico
5.0· 31 reviews
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Eric Scott Freibrun
Illinois
5.0· 30 reviews
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Edward J. Kelly IV
New York
5.0· 30 reviews
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Amie Gartenberg
New York
5.0· 30 reviews
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Steven John Lewicky
Maryland
5.0· 30 reviews
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Bradley Michael Gies
Florida
5.0· 29 reviews
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IP attorneys by state
Free legal Q&A
Recent ip questions
- New York 26d ago 1
Can I Trademark My Handmade Jewelry Business in New York?
I run a small handmade jewelry business in New York City and I want to protect my brand name. I’ve been using the name for about a year now, and I’m worried someone might copy it. What steps should I take to trademark my business name in New York?
- Maryland 26d ago 1
What Should I Do if My Patent is Infringed in Maryland?
I hold a patent for a unique invention and recently found out that a competitor is infringing on it in Baltimore. I’m not sure how to proceed legally. What steps should I take if my patent is infringed in Maryland?
- Washington 27d ago 1
What Happens if I Don’t Trademark My Brand in Washington?
I have a growing online business selling health products in Seattle, and I’m considering trademarking my brand name. I’m worried about potential issues if I don’t. What are the risks of not trademarking my brand in Washington?
- Colorado 28d ago 1
How Can I Protect My Invention Before Patenting in Colorado?
I created an innovative kitchen gadget while living in Denver and want to protect my idea before applying for a patent. What methods can I use to safeguard my invention in Colorado until I file?
- Texas 29d ago 1
Can I File a Patent for My App Idea in Texas?
I’m a software developer in Austin and I have a unique app idea that I think could be groundbreaking. I’m considering applying for a patent, but I’ve heard there are specific requirements. Can I file a patent for my app idea in Texas, and what do I need to do?
- Arizona 29d ago 1
Can I Trademark My Podcast Name in Arizona?
I host a podcast about personal finance while living in Phoenix and want to protect the name. I’m not sure if I can trademark it or how to start the process in Arizona. What should I do?
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about ip lawyers
How do I find a verified ip attorney?
Use the search above to filter ip attorneys by state, city, language, and consultation fee. Every listing on LawyersListed is cross-referenced with the relevant state bar — license number, admission date, and disciplinary status are surfaced on the profile, not buried.
Is it free to contact an ip lawyer here?
Yes. Browsing profiles, reading authentic reviews, sending a first message, and asking a public legal question are always free. You only pay if you choose to book a paid private consultation — and the fee is displayed up front before you confirm.
How is a ip attorney usually paid?
It depends on the matter. Most ip attorneys bill hourly, on a flat-fee basis for defined work, or on retainer for ongoing matters. Every LawyersListed profile lists the consultation fee up front; the long-term fee structure is something to ask about during that consultation.
How long does it take to book a ip consultation?
Most active attorneys publish a live calendar with same-week openings; many show same-day availability for urgent matters. Payment is held in escrow until the consultation completes, so funds release only after you’ve met with counsel.
What should I bring to a ip consultation?
A short written summary of what happened (dates, parties, dollar amounts), copies of every document you already have (contracts, letters, photographs, medical records — whatever applies), and three concrete questions: How have you handled a matter like mine? What is the realistic range of outcomes? What will this cost end to end?
Does LawyersListed take a referral fee from my ip attorney?
No. We never collect a referral fee or a percentage of an attorney’s retainer. Attorneys pay LawyersListed a flat platform fee for premium features; that arrangement is fully separate from any fee you pay your attorney for legal services.
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