Atty. Christopher M. Tobin

Atty. Christopher M. Tobin

Christopher M. Tobin is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property, patent opinions and 3 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 33 J. Erfahrung 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher M. Tobin at a glance

Christopher M. Tobin is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Michael Best And Friedrich Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and internet. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1993), California (1996), and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2002). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Villanova University (B.S.E.E., 1986). Active member of American Intellectual Property Law Association Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Christopher M. Tobin is a lawyer practicing patents, intellectual property, patent opinions and 3 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.S.E.E. degree from Villanova University in 1986, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Christopher practices at Michael Best & Friedrich LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher M. Tobin's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

Common questions about Christopher M. Tobin

Where is Christopher M. Tobin's law office located?
Christopher M. Tobin's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Michael Best And Friedrich Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher M. Tobin handle?
Christopher M. Tobin focuses on patent, ip, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Christopher M. Tobin practiced law?
Christopher M. Tobin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Christopher M. Tobin go to law school?
Christopher M. Tobin earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S.E.E., 1986).
How can I contact Christopher M. Tobin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1992
B.S.E.E.
Villanova University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993
California
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2002

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