Atty. Jonathan G. Graves

Atty. Jonathan G. Graves

Jonathan G. Graves is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property litigation, commercial litigation.

Reston Reston 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Jonathan G. Graves at a glance

Jonathan G. Graves is a Partner based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1990), District of Columbia (1991), and Virginia (2001). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1990) and Dartmouth College (A.B., 1986). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jonathan G. Graves is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property litigation, commercial litigation
  • Jonathan received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Jonathan practices at Cooley LLP in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan G. Graves's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan G. Graves handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

Jonathan G. Graves is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jonathan G. Graves is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →

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 Reston 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 Jonathan G. Graves

Where is Jonathan G. Graves's law office located?
Jonathan G. Graves's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan G. Graves handle?
Jonathan G. Graves focuses on business, ip, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Jonathan G. Graves practiced law?
Jonathan G. Graves has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Jonathan G. Graves go to law school?
Jonathan G. Graves earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact Jonathan G. Graves for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan G. Graves directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jonathan G. Graves received?
Jonathan G. Graves's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1990
A.B.
Dartmouth College
- 1986

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1991
Virginia
Admitted: 2001

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