Atty. Michael Britton
Michael Britton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent infringement, patent application and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Intellectual Property & More Attorney · Serving Alexandria, VA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael Britton at a Glance
Michael Britton is a Senior Attorney based in Alexandria, Virginia, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on patent and ip. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1992), Pennsylvania (1992), and Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Dis (2004). Educated at Rutgers School of Law - Camden (J.D., 1992) and Temple University (B.S. Mechanical, 1985). Active member of American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Britton
- Michael Britton is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent infringement, patent application and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Temple University in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Alexandria, VA
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Michael Britton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Britton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Alexandria.
Patent Law in Alexandria
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Intellectual Property in Alexandria
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 Alexandria
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 Alexandria 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.
Alexandria Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Alexandria-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 Alexandria Choose Michael Britton
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 Michael Britton's practice in the field of patent and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Britton brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. Dis, Michael Britton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering patent and ip, Michael Britton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Alexandria
A Alexandria-based practice means Michael Britton 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 Michael Britton Handles in Alexandria
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