Atty. Lawrence Scott Burwell

Atty. Lawrence Scott Burwell

Lawrence Scott Burwell is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, trial practice and 2 other areas of law. Lawrence received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

Reston Reston 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Lawrence Scott Burwell at a glance

Lawrence Scott Burwell is a Partner based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on patent and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1993) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1995). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1993) and Amherst College (A.B., 1990). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lawrence Scott Burwell is a lawyer practicing patents, patent litigation, trial practice and 2 other areas of law
  • Lawrence received a A.B. degree from Amherst College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Lawrence practices at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P. in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence Scott Burwell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Scott Burwell handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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 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 Lawrence Scott Burwell

Where is Lawrence Scott Burwell's law office located?
Lawrence Scott Burwell's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence Scott Burwell handle?
Lawrence Scott Burwell focuses on patent, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Lawrence Scott Burwell practiced law?
Lawrence Scott Burwell has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Lawrence Scott Burwell go to law school?
Lawrence Scott Burwell earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (A.B., 1990).
How can I contact Lawrence Scott Burwell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1993
A.B.
Amherst College
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1993
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1995

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