Atty. James Karel Trefil

Atty. James Karel Trefil

James Karel Trefil is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, labor and employment, litigation and 6 other areas of law. James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1985, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Richmond Richmond 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About James Karel Trefil at a glance

James Karel Trefil is an Attorney based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Troutman Sanders LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on trademark, employment, business, ip, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1993), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1993), District of Columbia (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D. M.A., 1993) and Princeton University (A.B., 1985). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Karel Trefil is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, labor and employment, litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1985, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • James practices at Troutman Sanders LLP in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

James Karel Trefil's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

James Karel Trefil is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

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.

James Karel Trefil is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Richmond 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 James Karel Trefil

Where is James Karel Trefil's law office located?
James Karel Trefil's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Troutman Sanders LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Karel Trefil handle?
James Karel Trefil focuses on trademark, employment, business, ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has James Karel Trefil practiced law?
James Karel Trefil has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did James Karel Trefil go to law school?
James Karel Trefil earned their education at (J.D. M.A., 1993); (A.B., 1985).
How can I contact James Karel Trefil for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. M.A.
University of Virginia
- 1993
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1999

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