Atty. David John Zibelli

Atty. David John Zibelli

David John Zibelli is a lawyer practicing patents, appeals, communications / media. David received a B.S.E.E. degree from Boston University in 1984, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Arlington Arlington 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About David John Zibelli at a glance

David John Zibelli is a Staff Attorney based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1993). Educated at Franklin Pierce Law Center (J.D., 1993) and Boston University (B.S.E.E., 1984). Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David John Zibelli is a lawyer practicing patents, appeals, communications / media
  • David received a B.S.E.E. degree from Boston University in 1984, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • David practices at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C. in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

David John Zibelli's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 David John Zibelli

Where is David John Zibelli's law office located?
David John Zibelli'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 David John Zibelli handle?
David John Zibelli focuses on patent, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has David John Zibelli practiced law?
David John Zibelli has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did David John Zibelli go to law school?
David John Zibelli earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S.E.E., 1984).
How can I contact David John Zibelli for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Franklin Pierce Law Center
- 1993
B.S.E.E.
Boston University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1993

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