Atty. John Eric Harrity
John Eric Harrity is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S.E.E. degree from Grove City College in 1989, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Fairfax, VA · 27+ Years Experience
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About John Eric Harrity at a Glance
John Eric Harrity is a Partner based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at Harrity & Harrity, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, criminal defense, and ip. Admitted to practice in Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1999). Educated at Columbus School of Law of The Catholic University of America (J.D., 1999) and Grove City College (B.S.E.E., 1989). Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serves clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Eric Harrity
- John Eric Harrity is a lawyer practicing patents, trademarks, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
- John received a B.S.E.E. degree from Grove City College in 1989, and has been licensed for 27 years
- John practices at Harrity & Harrity, LLP in Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas Explained
John Eric Harrity's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Eric Harrity handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fairfax.
Patent Law in Fairfax
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Trademark Law in Fairfax
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Criminal Defense in Fairfax
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Intellectual Property in Fairfax
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fairfax
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 Fairfax 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 venue, 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.
Fairfax Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fairfax-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fairfax Choose John Eric Harrity
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John Eric Harrity's practice in the field of patent, trademark, criminal defense, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Eric Harrity brings 27+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent, trademark, and criminal defense, John Eric Harrity can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fairfax
A Fairfax-based practice means John Eric Harrity attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John Eric Harrity Handles in Fairfax
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