Atty. Benoit Castel

Atty. Benoit Castel

Benoit Castel is a lawyer practicing intellectual property. Benoit received a degree from City College of New York in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Alexandria Alexandria 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (571) 670-6491

Profile Summary

About Benoit Castel at a glance

Benoit Castel is a Partner based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Young & Thompson. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on ip. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1981), and U. S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals (1982). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and City College of New York (B.Eng.Ch.E., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Benoit Castel is a lawyer practicing intellectual property
  • Benoit received a degree from City College of New York in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Benoit practices at Young & Thompson in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Benoit Castel's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

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

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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 Alexandria 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 venue, 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 Benoit Castel

Where is Benoit Castel's law office located?
Benoit Castel's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. The firm is Young & Thompson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benoit Castel handle?
Benoit Castel focuses on ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Benoit Castel practiced law?
Benoit Castel has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Benoit Castel go to law school?
Benoit Castel earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.Eng.Ch.E., 1971).
How can I contact Benoit Castel for a consultation?
You can contact Benoit Castel 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 Benoit Castel received?
Benoit Castel's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 1980
B.Eng.Ch.E.
City College of New York
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1981
U. S. Court of Customs and Patent Appeals
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademar
Admitted: 1982

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