Atty. Peter Chang Yi

Atty. Peter Chang Yi

Peter Chang Yi is a lawyer practicing business method patents, computer and software patents, electronic patents and 3 other areas of law. Peter received a B.S. degree from California Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Reston Reston 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Peter Chang Yi at a glance

Peter Chang Yi is an Attorney based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on patent and business. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2010) and District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2011). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 2010) and California Institute of Technology (B.S. Engineering, 2003). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter Chang Yi is a lawyer practicing business method patents, computer and software patents, electronic patents and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.S. degree from California Institute of Technology in 2003, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Peter practices at Cooley LLP in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Chang Yi's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Chang Yi handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Patent Law

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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 Peter Chang Yi

Where is Peter Chang Yi's law office located?
Peter Chang Yi'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 Peter Chang Yi handle?
Peter Chang Yi focuses on patent, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Peter Chang Yi practiced law?
Peter Chang Yi has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Peter Chang Yi go to law school?
Peter Chang Yi earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S. Engineering, 2003).
How can I contact Peter Chang Yi for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 2010
B.S. Engineering
California Institute of Technology
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 2010
District of Columbia registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2011

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