James Leahy

James Leahy is an attorney with Allen, Dyer, Doppelt + Gilchrist, P.A. who represents clients from the firm’s Miami office in intellectual property disputes and transactions. His practice includes intellectual property litigation, patents, trademarks, copyrights, online and computer technology, business litigation, and IP agreements. He handles complex matters in arbitration, Florida state court, and federal court while assisting clients with contract drafting and negotiation.

James earned a J.D. from William & Mary Law School in 2022 with a concentration in Intellectual Property. He previously earned B.A. degrees in Biological Sciences and English Language & Literature from the University of Chicago in 2019. His education combines scientific and writing-intensive training, providing a useful foundation for technical intellectual property disputes, detailed legal analysis, and the clear presentation of complex facts.

James served as an Articles Editor for the William & Mary Bill of Rights Journal and as a Research Fellow for the Center for Legal & Court Technology. His research examined artificial intelligence and existing legal doctrines, with particular attention to patent law, copyright law, and data privacy, including compliance under the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation. He clerked with the firm before becoming an attorney.

James Leahy is admitted in Florida and the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida. He participates in the Intellectual Property Owners Association, The Copyright Society, and The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Section. His practice combines litigation and transactional work, allowing him to help clients protect intellectual property rights, resolve disputes, and structure agreements involving creative works, brands, technology, and innovation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Allen, Dyer, Doppelt, & Gilchrist, P.A.
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Section
• Member, Intellectual Property Owners Association
• Member, The Copyright Society

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• William & Mary Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Chicago
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Biological Sciences and English Language & Literature

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