Atty. Christopher Michael Collins

Atty. Christopher Michael Collins

Christopher Michael Collins is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, government contracts, licensing and 2 other areas of law. Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Manassas Manassas 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Michael Collins at a glance

Christopher Michael Collins is an Of Counsel based in Manassas, Virginia, practicing at Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S (1988). Educated at George Washington University, National Law Center (J.D., 1988) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Fairfax County, Prince William County, and Loudoun County Bar Associations Virginia State Bar D, C, and Past President, Computer Law Forum. Serands clients in Manassas, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher Michael Collins is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, government contracts, licensing and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Christopher practices at Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C. in Manassas, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Michael Collins's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Michael Collins 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.

Christopher Michael Collins is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Intellectual Property

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

Christopher Michael Collins is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Christopher Michael Collins is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Christopher Michael Collins is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

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 Manassas 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 Christopher Michael Collins

Where is Christopher Michael Collins's law office located?
Christopher Michael Collins's law practice is located in Manassas, Virginia. The firm is Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Michael Collins handle?
Christopher Michael Collins focuses on business, ip, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Christopher Michael Collins practiced law?
Christopher Michael Collins has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Christopher Michael Collins go to law school?
Christopher Michael Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Christopher Michael Collins for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher Michael Collins 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 Christopher Michael Collins received?
Christopher Michael Collins's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University, National Law Center
- 1988
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S
Admitted: 1988

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