Atty. Robert William Faris

Atty. Robert William Faris

Mr. Robert William Faris is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, ip litigation, reexamination & reissues.

Arlington Arlington 43 J. Erfahrung 43 year
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About Robert William Faris at a glance

Robert William Faris is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983), Virginia (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trad (1987). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1983) and University of Connecticut (B.S.E.E., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Computer Law Association American Intellectual Property Law Association Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers Association for Computing Machinery NESA. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Robert William Faris is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, ip litigation, reexamination & reissues
  • Robert received a B.S.E.E. degree from University of Connecticut in 1981, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Robert practices at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C. in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert William Faris's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert William Faris 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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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Arlington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert William Faris

Where is Robert William Faris's law office located?
Robert William Faris's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. The firm is Nixon & Vanderhye P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert William Faris handle?
Robert William Faris focuses on patent, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Robert William Faris practiced law?
Robert William Faris has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Robert William Faris go to law school?
Robert William Faris earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S.E.E., 1981).
How can I contact Robert William Faris for a consultation?
You can contact Robert William Faris directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert William Faris received?
Robert William Faris's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1983
B.S.E.E.
University of Connecticut
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983
Virginia
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trad
Admitted: 1987

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