Atty. Erik Anders Petersen

Atty. Erik Anders Petersen

Mr. Erik Anders Petersen is a lawyer practicing global sourcing, intellectual property, licensing and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Erik Anders Petersen at a glance

Erik Anders Petersen is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on copyright, business, ip, and internet. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1996) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth (1998). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1996) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Erik Anders Petersen is a lawyer practicing global sourcing, intellectual property, licensing and 5 other areas of law
  • Erik received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Erik practices at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Erik Anders Petersen's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright Law

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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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Internet & Cyber Law

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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 Erik Anders Petersen

Where is Erik Anders Petersen's law office located?
Erik Anders Petersen's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erik Anders Petersen handle?
Erik Anders Petersen focuses on copyright, business, ip, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Erik Anders Petersen practiced law?
Erik Anders Petersen has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Erik Anders Petersen go to law school?
Erik Anders Petersen earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Erik Anders Petersen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1996
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth
Admitted: 1998

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