Atty. Geoffrey Thomas Willard

Atty. Geoffrey Thomas Willard

Geoffrey Thomas Willard is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law. Geoffrey received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Geoffrey Thomas Willard at a glance

Geoffrey Thomas Willard is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at VLP Law Group LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on formation, business, m&a, and international. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) (1996), District of Columbia (2000), and Virginia (2001). Educated at Washington College of Law, American University (J.D., 1996) and New York University (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Geoffrey Thomas Willard is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law
  • Geoffrey received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Geoffrey practices at VLP Law Group LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Geoffrey Thomas Willard's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palo Alto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Geoffrey Thomas Willard

Where is Geoffrey Thomas Willard's law office located?
Geoffrey Thomas Willard's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is VLP Law Group LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Geoffrey Thomas Willard handle?
Geoffrey Thomas Willard focuses on formation, business, m&a, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Geoffrey Thomas Willard practiced law?
Geoffrey Thomas Willard has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Geoffrey Thomas Willard go to law school?
Geoffrey Thomas Willard earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Geoffrey Thomas Willard for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law, American University
- 1996
B.A.
New York University
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Ohio (Inactive)
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000
Virginia
Admitted: 2001

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