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David L Hayes

USA 2026

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Ranked in 3 practice areas

Technology

California

3 years ranked

Technology

USA - Nationwide

6 years ranked

Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets

California

20 years ranked

Intellectual Property: Trademark & Copyright

USA - Nationwide

2 years ranked

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Technology - California

Band 1
Individual Editorial
David Hayes is active in M&A and licensing work and offers clients the benefit of his in-depth knowledge of copyrights and patents.
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Technology - USA - Nationwide

Band 2
Individual Editorial

David Hayes centers his practice on the transfer, distribution and licensing of technology and contentious IP issues. He is well placed to provide guidance on AI, internet and digital media laws.

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Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade Secrets - California

Band 2
Individual Editorial

David Hayes is well-versed in a variety of online, digital and technology sector IP matters, including licensing and distribution, audits and litigation.

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Intellectual Property: Trademark & Copyright - USA - Nationwide

Band 2
Individual Editorial

David Hayes maintains a respected IP practice advising clients on both contentious and noncontentious matters. He frequently acts for notable tech-sector clients, leverage expertise in trademark and copyright matters.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • David is a real legend in this space.

    TechnologyChambers Guide to the USA

  • David Hayes is one of the smartest lawyers in intellectual property. He is an intellectual force.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark, Copyright & Trade SecretsChambers Guide to the USA

  • David Hayes is one of the smartest lawyers in intellectual property. He is an intellectual force.

    Intellectual Property: Trademark & CopyrightChambers Guide to the USA

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California

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