Atty. Lyle B. Vander Schaaf

Atty. Lyle B. Vander Schaaf

Lyle B. Vander Schaaf is a lawyer practicing international trade, intellectual property litigation, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Lyle B. Vander Schaaf at a glance

Lyle B. Vander Schaaf is an Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Brinks Gilson And Lione. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, government, and international. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1988) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit and U.S. Court of I (1990). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1988) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lyle B. Vander Schaaf is a lawyer practicing international trade, intellectual property litigation, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
  • Lyle received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Lyle practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Lyle B. Vander Schaaf's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lyle B. Vander Schaaf handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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

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

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Lyle B. Vander Schaaf is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Lyle B. Vander Schaaf

Where is Lyle B. Vander Schaaf's law office located?
Lyle B. Vander Schaaf's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Brinks Gilson And Lione. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lyle B. Vander Schaaf handle?
Lyle B. Vander Schaaf focuses on ip, litigation, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Lyle B. Vander Schaaf practiced law?
Lyle B. Vander Schaaf has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Lyle B. Vander Schaaf go to law school?
Lyle B. Vander Schaaf earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Lyle B. Vander Schaaf for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 1988
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit and U.S. Court of I
Admitted: 1990

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