Atty. John Robert Lastova

Atty. John Robert Lastova

John Robert Lastova is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, ip litigation, reexamination & reissues and 1 other area of law. John Robert received a B.S.E.E. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years.

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About John Robert Lastova at a glance

John Robert Lastova is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on patent, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1988), District of Columbia (1988), and Pennsylvania (1988). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1987) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute (B.S.E.E., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia and District of Columbia Bar Associations American Institute of Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Robert Lastova is a lawyer practicing patent prosecution, ip litigation, reexamination & reissues and 1 other area of law
  • John Robert received a B.S.E.E. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • John Robert practices at Nixon & Vanderhye P.C. in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Robert Lastova's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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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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Civil Litigation

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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

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Where is John Robert Lastova's law office located?
John Robert Lastova'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 John Robert Lastova handle?
John Robert Lastova focuses on patent, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Robert Lastova practiced law?
John Robert Lastova has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John Robert Lastova go to law school?
John Robert Lastova earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S.E.E., 1982).
How can I contact John Robert Lastova for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Robert Lastova received?
John Robert Lastova's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1987
B.S.E.E.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1988

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