Atty. Benjamin Gaillard Chew

Atty. Benjamin Gaillard Chew

Mr. Benjamin Gaillard Chew is a lawyer practicing antitrust, class actions, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Benjamin Gaillard Chew at a glance

Benjamin Gaillard Chew is a Partner, Litigation based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, ip, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1988) and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Princeton University (B.A., 1984). Active member of Membership Activities Admitted to practice: District of Columbia, Republic of Kosovo, and Virginia, Court admissions: Supreme Court of the United States, U, and S. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Benjamin Gaillard Chew is a lawyer practicing antitrust, class actions, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Benjamin practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Gaillard Chew's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Gaillard Chew handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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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 Benjamin Gaillard Chew

Where is Benjamin Gaillard Chew's law office located?
Benjamin Gaillard Chew's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Gaillard Chew handle?
Benjamin Gaillard Chew focuses on business, ip, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Benjamin Gaillard Chew practiced law?
Benjamin Gaillard Chew has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Benjamin Gaillard Chew go to law school?
Benjamin Gaillard Chew earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Benjamin Gaillard Chew for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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